Jelly ear was utilized by traditional Neotropical communities. Jelly ear is easily identified by the reticulate veining of its cap. It is a gelatinous fungus that has been discovered on the moss of living trees as well as fallen tree branches. It can obtain sustenance from organic matter that is in a state of decay.
Cap Diameter:
1 - 2 mm
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Tips for Finding
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Common Questions
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Attributes of Jelly ear
Cap Diameter
1 - 2 mm
Height
1 - 3.5 cm
Cap
Thickness 1 - 2 mm, width 5 - 65 mm; white cream; jelly and gelatin texture; margin wavy