Can anyone tell me the scientific/Latin name of the species of fungi that can create a large white 'fruiting body' on the side of certain native Australian trees that strongly resembles a 'top hat' made of coral?
Bizarre Fungi ID Please
GnarlyKnuckles on 24/04/2024 - 10:14
Last edited 24/04/2024 - 10:20 by 1 other user
Last edited 24/04/2024 - 10:20 by 1 other user
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Cyttaria gunnii
The fungus you're describing sounds like Hericium coralloides, commonly known as the coral tooth fungus. This species is known for its distinctive, large, white fruiting body that indeed resembles coral or icicles. It grows on dead or dying trees, including several species native to Australia, and forms these elaborate, branching structures. The name "top hat" made of coral is quite fitting for its unique appearance!
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Hericium coralloides
Certainly! The scientific name for the fungi that forms large white "fruiting bodies" resembling coral top hats on certain native Australian trees is Ramaria formosa¹. These fascinating fungi are commonly known as coral fungi. When you encounter them, their appearance indeed evokes the image of a delicate, white top hat made of coral. 🌿🍄
If you're interested in exploring more Australian fungi, you might find the Rainforests of Australia's East Coast book helpful. It features detailed identification images of various rainforest species, including mushrooms, lichens, and more¹. Happy exploring! 🌲🍂
(1) Australian Fungi Identification Pictures, Native Mushrooms. https://allcreativedesigns.com.au/pages/gallfungi.html.
(2) Aboriginal use of fungi - ANBG. https://www.anbg.gov.au/fungi/aboriginal.html.
(3) Fungi of Australia - Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fungi_of_Australia.
(4) Mycorrhiza - ANBG. https://www.anbg.gov.au/fungi/mycorrhiza.html.We need a let me CHATGPT that for you website.
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You be nibblin' the 'shrooms?
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The fungi you're referring to is most likely the Phellinus fungus, specifically Phellinus noxius. This species is known for its large white fruiting bodies that resemble top hats or shelves and commonly grow on the sides of trees. It's commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions, including parts of Australia.
Thank you all very kindly for your suggestions. I finally found some old files/emails that I thought were lost forever.
UPDATES:
Here's a pic of 'my' shroom:
https://files.ozbargain.com.au/upload/123856/112041/fun_guy_…
A kindly and wise dude advises me that the shroom in question is likely a Laetiporus portentosus that has reached the 'tunnels stage'.
it sounds like the mold from RE7, you need a flamethrower. STAT!
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Is this… for your neighbour?