Yellow coral fungus, Golden coral
Ramaria flava

Family: Ramariaceae

What it is like

A mushroom.

Where it is found

It grows in tropical and temperate places.

Countries/locations it is found in

Alaska, Asia, Caucasus, Central America, Central Asia, Chile, Georgia, Guatemala, Himalayas, India, Kyrgyzstan, Mexico, Nepal, North America, Russia, Scandinavia, Sweden, USA

How it is used for food

It is edible but causes diarrhoea in some people.

It is sold in local markets in Nepal.

Edible parts

Mushroom, fungus

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Changdi, Changle, Irmis rka, Sachechela, Stor gul fingersvamp

Synonyms

Clavaria flava Schaeff.;