This iris-scented mushroom has a whitish cap 2 to 6 inches across. It begins convex with an incurved margin, flattens, and ends slightly funnel-shaped.

The broad, buff-colored gills connect to the stalk. The spores are white.

The grayish stalk is 1 to 3 inches long and 3/8 to 1 inch across, sometimes with a bulbous base.

Look for it in composted soil and evergreen debris from late summer through late fall throughout North America (or late fall to late winter in California).

The choice edible blewit is similar, but tinged with blue.

Like the better-known blewit, the iris-scented clitocybe is strong tasting. Prepare it as a simple sautéed side dish, or include it in a recipe with many strong-flavored ingredients. Its rich flavor and meaty texture will always shine through. And virtually any cooking method works. Cook the cap and stem for 15 to 20 minutes.

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