This research discovered and described two new species of yellow chanterelle mushrooms growing in tropical oak forests in Mexico. The study also confirmed the presence of another chanterelle species previously unknown in the region. One of the newly described species, Cantharellus veraecrucis, is an edible mushroom that local people collect and sell in markets. Impacts on everyday life: – Provides new information about edible wild mushrooms that can be safely collected and consumed – Helps mushroom foragers and sellers better identify different chanterelle species – Contributes to understanding local biodiversity and forest ecosystems – Supports conservation efforts by documenting native species – Aids in sustainable harvesting of wild edible mushrooms