Flame fungus is hard to miss, with its bright colors that range from pink to brilliant red and orange. It is often found singularly or in groups on forest floors and looks similar to a small flame. The tapering stem fills out and becomes waxy as flame fungus matures.
Odor:
Odorless
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Flame fungus
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Attributes of Flame fungus
Height
2 - 7 cm
Cap
7 mm
Stem
Up to 2 cm long; cylindrical; similar colour, pale pinkish-salmon at the base; ridged or wrinkled and somewhat waxy as they age
