Oregon Brown Truffle

Kalapuya brunnea

Description: Kalapuya brunnea, also known as the Oregon brown truffle, is a rare truffle species found in western Oregon and northern California, known for its garlicky, cheese-like aroma and culinary value. Once mistaken for a Leucangium species, it was reclassified into its own genus in 2010 based on distinct genetic and morphological traits.

Location: Pacific Northwest

Edibility: Edible 🍽️