Coral Fungi

Ramaria spp.

Also called: Coral Fungi, Coral Mushrooms, Ramaria Corals

Coral Fungi (Ramaria spp.)
Photo:2010-09-17_Ramaria_botrytis.jpg : Jason Hollinger derivative work: Ak ccm(CC BY 2.0)View original source →

Overview

Multiple species, several laxative. Field-confirm to species before eating.

Edibility
Edible
Rarity
common
Trophic mode
mixed
Typical peak
Oct

Season

Sep–Nov — typical fruiting months: Aug, Sep, Oct.

Host trees & substrate

  • Conifer duff

Where it grows

See live fruiting predictions for Coral Fungi on the forecast home page, or browse the full field guide.

Always confirm wild-mushroom identification with multiple sources and a knowledgeable local expert before consuming. Read the foraging safety guide.