Yarrowia lipolytica

Yarrowia lipolytica (Wick., Kurtzman & Herman) Van der Walt & Arx

Edibility

Edibility unknown — do not eat

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Lookalikes

No lookalikes are recorded for this species yet. That does not mean there are none. Many mushrooms look alike, so never rely on appearance alone.

Season

When this species has been recorded, by month, from open-licensed US and Canada observations. It shows when people report it, not a guarantee it is fruiting.

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Recorded observations of Yarrowia lipolytica by month
Month	Records
January	2
February	0
March	0
April	0
May	0
June	0
July	2
August	2
September	0
October	3
November	2
December	1

Where it is found

States and provinces with the most records. Check the foraging rules for the place you plan to visit.

North Carolina 11 records · Foraging rules
Iowa 5 records · Foraging rules
Illinois 2 records · Foraging rules

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About

Yarrowia lipolytica is a species of fungus in the family Dipodascaceae. It is notable for its use of unusual carbon sources, such as hydrocarbons. This has made it of interest for use in industrial microbiology, especially for the production of specialty lipids.

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