mycology lessons, articles, fungi photos, descriptions and field guide recommendations
Ramaria botrytis (Pers.) Bourdot 1894 ‘Cauliflower Coral’
Mild and fruity flavor.
Flesh is white. Mycorrhizal with hardwoods, especially beech. Can grow in fairy rings. It is in the Gomphaceae family of the Gomphales order.
Can accumulate toxic arsenic, so don’t collect in polluted sites. Has high protein content (39%) and is being studied for its potential medicinal use.
Thick base and lower branches should be cooked longer than outer blanches.
Ramaria botrytis