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Yellow Coral (Ramaria flava) — mushroom identification photo

Yellow Coral

Ramaria flava

✓ Edible
Always verify identification with multiple features before consuming
Cap color
Sulfur-yellow
Cap size
10-20cm tall
Gill color
N/A — coral fungus
Gill attachment
N/A
Stem
White to pale at base
Texture
Firm and brittle
Habitat
Conifer and mixed forest
Fruiting season
Summer-Fall
Peak season
Summer-Fall

Key Identification Features

Inedible: This species is not considered edible. It may be unpalatable, too tough, or otherwise unsuitable for consumption — but it is not known to be dangerously toxic. Do not eat it.

Regions Found

Region data not available

Look-Alikes

No documented look-alikes on record.

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