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St. Georges mushroom (Calocybe gambosa) is an edible mushroom that grows mainly in woodlands. Deriving its common name from when it first appears in the UK, namely on St George's Day, it is considered to be extremely delicious especially when made into soup.
[edit] Idenification
The cap has a smooth texture and has ridges on it. The cap, stem and flesh can be from white-creamy coloured to bright yellow. The flesh can be peeled. The spore print is white.
[edit] Habitat
It is common in woodlands in Europe, but sometimes can be found near beech trees.
