Cauliflower Fungus -Sparassis crispa
Cauliflower Fungus – Fruit body 20–50cm across, cauliflower-like, comprising numerous flattened, crisped lobes on a short thick rooting stem. Colour pale beige to buff, darkening with age. Smell sweetish, pleasant. Habitat at the base of conifer trees or near by. Season autumn. Occasional. Edible and delicious when young and fresh; must be thoroughly cleaned.
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