Kingdom Fungi Rank Species | Division Basidiomycota Scientific name Sparassis crispa Higher classification Sparassis | |
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Similar Macrolepiota procera, Hydnum repandum, Hen‑of‑the‑wood, Lion's mane, Beefsteak Fungus | ||
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Sparassis crispa is a species of fungus in the genus Sparassis. In English it is sometimes called cauliflower fungus.
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Description
S. crispa grows in a globe that is up to 24 in (61 cm) in diameter. The lobes are flat and curly, resembling lasagna noodles and they are colored white to creamy yellow. They are found growing on wood, usually conifers.
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