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Gomphus kauffmanii
Kauffman's gomphus
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Distribution: Western Western North America
Habitat: Old-growth conifer forests; conifer forests in general
Conservation Status: Not of concern
Edibility: The edibility of G. kauffmaniii is questionable: avoid.
Description:
Edibility:
The edibility of G. kauffmaniii is questionable: avoid.
Identification Notes:
Gomphus kauffmanii is similar to G. floccosus, but in its typical form usually can be recognized by the lack of orange hues in the cap, more abundant and coarser scales, often larger size, and more substantial stocky appearance. It is not prone to growing in clusters. it is encountered less often than G. floccosus.
Accepted Name:
Gomphus kauffmanii (A.H. Sm.) R.H. Petersen
Synonyms & Misapplications:
(none provided)
Additional Resources:
PNW Herbaria: Specimen records of Gomphus kauffmanii in the Consortium of Pacific Northwest Herbaria database
CalPhotos: Gomphus kauffmanii photos
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