Identification: Look at this scary fungus !

Discussion in 'Fungi, Lichens and Slime Molds' started by compfast, Oct 21, 2008.

  1. compfast

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    It's a species of Hericium or Lion's Mane Fungus. Most are edible when young and fresh (at least the ones around here are.)
     
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    They're delicious!
     
  4. Kara

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    Yes that looks kind of like a Lion's Mane. Lucky find!
     
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