Absolutely loving these big chonky woodland #HedgehogMushrooms #Hydnumwashingtonianum. Previous to DNA sequencing, these would have been known as Hydnum repandum, but that’s actually a European species. These are large super solid mushrooms growing in mycorrhizal association with conifers (in this case pine) on the west coast of North America. Fruiting bodies can grow for months at a time when conditions are right, meaning they can get massive given enough time. . Hedgehogs have have cream colored matte flesh, occasionally staining a little brownish orange as they age. The most recognizable feature is the small teeth or spines underneath the cap, which makes them very easy to identify. Hedgehogs are related to chanterelles, so I find they have a similar luminosity. They also have similarly meaty satisfying texture when cooked, although I like the flavor of hedgehogs better than chanties (sweeter and more nutty, less earthy). Hedgehogs last 2-3 weeks in the fridge and extremely versatile from a culinary standpoint. To clean them I cut or scrape off the dirt of the stem, then wash under water and scrub. If there is stubborn dirt stuck in the spines you can scrape them off with a spoon, although I prefer to leave them on when possible. Older specimens can get a bit bitter, but usually you can just trim off the darkened parts. Hedgehogs and chanterelles are mildly toxic when raw, they need to be cooked thoroughly. Hope you enjoy this foraging and ASMR compilation. . . . . #hedgehogmushroom #Hydnum #Hydnumrepandum #mushroomasmr #mushroomforaging #mycology #mushroomidentification #jamur #hongos #champignons #kinoko #fascinatedbyfungi