Edible
Slender pholiotaPholiota spumosa
Expert-verifiedUpdated October 3, 2026
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- Edibility
- Edible
- Reviewed
- Yes ✓
Description
›Scientific synonyms (6)
Pholiotina spumosa (Fr.) inger 1951, Gymnopilus spumosus (Fr.) [Murrill]] 1912, Dryophila spumosa (Fr.) Quél. 1886, Flammula spumosa (Fr.) P. Kumm. 1871, Agaricus spumosus Fr. 1821, Pholiota graveolens
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Frequently asked questions
Is Slender pholiota edible or poisonous?
Slender pholiota is edible. Before eating any wild mushroom, always double-check current information in reliable sources and consult an expert.
How do you cook Slender pholiota?
Slender pholiota can be fried, boiled, pickled and dried. Before cooking, it's recommended to boil it for 10–15 minutes and drain the water.
Can you dry Slender pholiota?
Yes, Slender pholiota is well suited to drying and freezing. Dried mushrooms keep their aroma and work well in soups, sauces and fillings.
What is the scientific name of Slender pholiota?
The Latin name is Pholiota spumosa. It belongs to the genus Pholiota, family Strophariaceae.
Sources
- [1]Вікіпедія (українська)
- [2]Атлас грибів України, Зеров Д.К. (1979)
- [3]MycoBank Database
- [4]Index Fungorum
- [5]GBIF
- [6]iNaturalist Ukraine