
About
Sarcodon cyrneus is an edible pored mushroom found in Europe growing on spruce and pine stumps. It has a bitter, astringent taste and firm texture. The cap surface resembles amethyst crystals, giving it the common name amethyst deceiver. Contains anti-inflammatory diterpenes.
Flavors
Bitter
Intense bitter taste
Astringent
Drying, puckering flavor
Textures
Firm
Dense, fleshy texture
Fragrances
Pungent
Strong acidic, sharp odor
Physical Characteristics
Caps:
Convex to flat, 5-15 cm wide. Scaly grayish brown.
Gills:
Tooth-like spines instead of gills, grayish.
Helps With
Inflammation
Contains anti-inflammatory diterpenes
Similar Species

Species: Hydnellum Peckii
Edibility: non-edible
Key Differences: Red fluid oozes from the cap, lacks scaly texture

Species: Hydnellum Peckii
Edibility: non-edible
Mushroom Ratings
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01/29/2025
Zack Mooney
01/29/2025
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