Changle
A species of Coral fungi Scientific name : Ramaria flava Genus : Coral fungi
Changle, A species of Coral fungi
Scientific name: Ramaria flava
Genus: Coral fungi
Description
A beautiful fungus resembling undersea coral, the changle (Ramaria flava) appears as a bright tuft of lemony or sulfurous yellow when young. It fades into a deeper brown shade with age. The changle's cluster of branches is hard to distinguish from other coral species, some of which are quite poisonous.
Colors
Yellow
Habitat
The changle primarily grows in deciduous broadleaf forests, but it sometimes appears with conifers as well. It grows in a symbiotic relationship with broadleaf trees such as beech, and it's always found near the tree's roots through which the two species exchange essential nutrients.
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People often ask
General Info
Edibility
Changle is reported to be edible mushroom. They are best when young and tender. However, it could be potentially confused with other similar species within the same genus that can cause digestive problems, so be sure to confirm the species before consuming.
Habitat
The changle primarily grows in deciduous broadleaf forests, but it sometimes appears with conifers as well. It grows in a symbiotic relationship with broadleaf trees such as beech, and it's always found near the tree's roots through which the two species exchange essential nutrients.
Growth Form
Mycorrhizal
Sporocarp Height
10-20 cm
Cap Diameter
Up to 15cm
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Mycorrhizal
Smell
Taste mild
Spore Print
Orange-yellow (ochraceous)
Species Status
Widely in Europe
How to identify it?
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gomphales Family
Gomphaceae Genus
Coral fungi Species
Changle 
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