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clitocybe odorant
aniseed toadstool
One of the few blue European mushrooms, the clitocybe odorant or aniseed toadstool grows in forests from late summer into autumn, near pine or deciduous trees. It emits a strong odor of aniseed, and tastes of the same.
Not to be confused with either the white version, clitocybe odorant or any other mushroom that looks greyish blue. This one has a definite scent, so much so that some people use it in desserts.
It may also be called Clitocybe anisé or Clitocybe à odeur d'anis
Text © Dana Facaros
Image by Holger Krisp