Orange Chanterelle Cantharellus friesii

The Orange Chanterelle (Cantharellus friesii) is a scarce relative of the familiar chanterelle, distinguished by its vivid colouring and, in some species, its smaller stature. Like its commoner relative, it forms mycorrhizal associations with broadleaved trees and is found in ancient and semi-ancient woodland on suitable soils. It is largely restricted to southern and eastern England and is considered nationally scarce. Suffolk’s ancient broadleaved woodlands – particularly on heavier soils in the south and west of the county – offer potential habitat, and careful recording has contributed to building a better understanding of their distribution. It is most likely to be found in late summer and autumn. Image: © vuikaan, iNaturalist.

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