Sarcodon imbricatus
(Hawks Wing, Hydnum imbricatum, Scaly Urchin, Shingled Hedgehog)

Habitat

Sarcodon imbricatus grows at higher elevations in coniferous woods. S. imbricatus very common in Colorado. It is associated with Spruce and often found while looking for Boletes.

Description

Edibility is best in younger specimens. Tastes very mushroomy with a slight bitterness. They tend to get infested with bugs rather quickly after fruiting.

A close relative Sarcodon scabrosus has been found to have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory qualities. It is very bitter and some people can get sick from it.

There are several "toothed" fungi in Colorado still being studied. Some can be confusing to identify. Many have been recently moved to Hydnellum.

Location

Colorado

Smell

Mushroomy

Spore Print

Brown

Edibility

Edible

Color

Brown

Last Updated

May 03 2024 09:42 AM

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