Hericium coralloides
(Scop. ex Fr.) Gray
Bear’s head, Monkey's head mushroom, Fungus icicles
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Summary
Source: WikipediaHericium coralloides is a saprotrophic fungus, commonly known as coral tooth fungus or comb coral mushroom.
Description
A mushroom. The fruiting bodies are large and pure white. They have many fine branches.
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Edible Uses
The species is edible and good when young, but as it ages the branches and hanging spines become brittle and turn a light shade of yellowish brown.
Traditional Uses
The fruiting bodies are eaten. They need to be boiled in water for a few minutes then well drained before cooking. They should be slowly sauteed in butter and served with vegetables. They can be chopped and added to sauces and gravies.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant. It grows on tree trunks.
Where It Grows
Asia, Australia, China, Europe, Himalayas, Hungary, India, Italy, Mediterranean, Mexico, Nepal, New Zealand, North America, Sicily, Turkey, Türkiye, USA,
Other Information
It is a popular mushroom.
Also Known As
Coral tooth mushroom, Yuran
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