Source-reviewed species profile
Black trumpet Craterellus cornucopioides
Thin dark hollow trumpet with an almost smooth outer surface. This profile covers broad field features, season and habitat.
Learning content – not identification
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Field features
- Thin dark hollow trumpet with an almost smooth outer surface.
Habitat and search guidance
Deciduous and mixed woodland, often in leaf litter on richer soil.
Season
Late summer and autumn.
Safety status
Included with a food status in the Norwegian 2026 Norm List. This learning profile never confirms a finding or that it is safe to eat. Use qualified local expertise.
Sources and review status
- Normlisten 2026 – Fagmykologisk råd
- Pensumliste for soppsakkyndige – traktsopper
- Giftinformasjonen – sopp
Last reviewed: 9 August 2026.