''Cantharellus spectaculus'' is a species of
fungus
A fungus ( : fungi or funguses) is any member of the group of eukaryotic organisms that includes microorganisms such as yeasts and molds, as well as the more familiar mushrooms. These organisms are classified as a kingdom, separately from t ...
in the genus ''
Cantharellus
''Cantharellus'' is a genus of popular edible mushrooms, commonly known as chanterelles, a name which can also refer to the type species, '' Cantharellus cibarius''. They are mycorrhizal fungi, meaning they form symbiotic associations with plant ...
''. Found in North America, it was
described as new to science in 2013.
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spectaculus
Fungi described in 2013
Fungi of North America
Edible fungi
Fungus species
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