Coral Fungi

Although most fungi are harmless, a small number are extremely toxic, and should be handled with caution. Never eat a fungus unless you are completely certain of its identity, and the species is known to be edible. If in doubt, discard it.

Clavulina cinerea

21 October 2007 Surrey. Photograph copyright Leif Goodwin.

Clavulina coralloides

18 October 2022 Bushy Leaze Wood, Hampshire. Photograph copyright Leif Goodwin.

Clavulina rugosa

21 November 2010 Hampshire. Photograph copyright Leif Goodwin.

Clavulinopsis fusiformis

15 November 2008 West Sussex. Photograph copyright Leif Goodwin.

Thelephora terrestris

10 October 2020 Hampshire. Photograph copyright Leif Goodwin.