Mycologists, educators and children press committee to name smooth chanterelle Missouri's state mushroom Supporters, including scientists, conservation educators and students, testified in favor of HB 1960 to designate the smooth chanterelle (Cantharellus lateritius) as Missouri's state mushroom, citing abundance, ease of identification, ecological importance and educational value; the committee closed the hearing with no recorded opposition.

Missouri might soon have an official state mushroom, the smooth chanterelle, thanks to passionate advocates highlighting its ecological importance and educational benefits!

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