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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