Source-reviewed species profile
False chanterelle Hygrophoropsis aurantiaca
An orange, thin-fleshed gilled mushroom often confused with golden chanterelle.
Where can I find false chanterelle?
Often grows on or near decaying wood and litter in coniferous forest.
In Mycoverse you can select False chanterelle and compare candidate search areas using a species-specific assessment of rainfall, estimated soil moisture, temperature, forest type, tree signals, canopy cover, terrain and season. Where source coverage is available, the assessment also uses historical species observations. Historical observations are historical data, not recent finds.
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Field features
- Dense, thin, forked gills can be separated from the cap more easily.
- Orange flesh and often a stronger orange colour than golden chanterelle.
Habitat and search guidance
Often grows on or near decaying wood and litter in coniferous forest.
Months
June–November
Species requiring extra care
Compare the complete mushroom, habitat and season. These cards support learning; they do not identify a finding.
Safety status
Not considered food by the Norwegian mushroom association and may cause gastrointestinal symptoms.
Sources and review status
Last reviewed: 25 July 2026.