Source-reviewed species profile
Sulphur knight Tricholoma sulphureum
Sulphur-yellow throughout, with thick gills and a strong gas-like or tarry smell. This profile covers broad field features, season and habitat for learning.
Where can I find sulphur knight?
Deciduous and coniferous woodland with mycorrhizal trees.
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Field features
- Sulphur-yellow throughout, with thick gills and a strong gas-like or tarry smell.
Habitat and search guidance
Deciduous and coniferous woodland with mycorrhizal trees.
Months
August–November
Safety status
Not for food; unpleasant smell and taste. Not presented as a food mushroom. This profile supports learning and safer boundaries; it does not approve a finding.
Sources and review status
Last reviewed: 30 September 2026.