Golden Coral Fungus
Ramaria aurea
Family: Ramariaceae
What it is like
A mushroom.
They have also been put in the family Clavariaceae.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It grows in moist places in pine forests.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Austria, Balkans, Bulgaria, Europe, Himalayas, India, Italy, Japan, Mediterranean, Mexico, Nepal, North America, Russia
How it is used for food
It is edible but causes diarrhoea in some people. The fruiting body is fried.
It is sold in local markets in Nepal and Mexico.
Edible parts
Mushroom, fungus
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Thakre chyau
Synonyms
Clavaria aurea Fr.; Ramaria aurea (Sch.) Quel.;