Upright coral
Ramaria stricta
A species of Coral fungi. Also known as Straight-branched coral fungus.
This light-hued coral fungus emerges from subterranean wood, especially from Beech or coniferous trees. Its scientific designation, Ramaria stricta, translates to having numerous vertical branches, which accurately portrays its visual characteristics. Upright coral fungus is not suitable for consumption, and certain similar species are in fact toxic.
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Attributes of Upright coral
Height
7 - 15 cm
Stem
Stem 10 cm long, 7 cm thick, rhizomorphs, nearly parallel; white
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Smooth to slightly fibrous
Flesh
Fairly tough; whitish
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Ocher-brown to cinnamon-ochre
Odor
Indistinct, may have faint sweet fragrance.
Body Color
BrownYellowOrangePurple
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal, Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil, Dead Woods, Wood Chips or Mulch
You can find Upright coral by these plants
European beech, Oaks
Occurence Habitats
Coniferous Woodland, Deciduous Woodland
Species Status
Fairly common
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Upright coral
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gomphales
Family
Gomphaceae
Genus
Coral fungi
Toxicity and Edibility of Upright coral
Is Upright coral Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
