Ramaria testaceoflava is a distinct fungusthat stands out due to its branched structure resembling coral. It typically sports a vibrant yellow to orange coloration, and it's known to grow in forested areas, coexisting symbiotically with trees. While ramaria testaceoflava attracts attention for its unique appearance, it's most often found contributing to the forest's ecosystem by helping to decompose organic matter.
Odor:
Odor none to mildly pleasant or earthy
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Similar Species
Tips for Finding
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Common Questions
General Info About Ramaria testaceoflava
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Attributes of Ramaria testaceoflava
Height
5 - 14 cm
Cap
Up to 9 cm wide; obconic in outline and often somewhat laterally compressed
Stem
Stem up to 5 cm long, up to 3 cm thick; white, off-white to pallid tan; easily and quickly changing color on bruising or cutting to chocolate brown
Flesh
Base fleshy-spongy, branches pliable when fresh; brownish white, immediately turning darker when cut
Spore Print Color
Yellow ocher, golden yellow
Odor
Odor none to mildly pleasant or earthy
Body Color
Brown
Yellow
White
Growth Form
Solitary, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
You can find Ramaria testaceoflava by these plants:
Spruces, Firs, Pines
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Ramaria testaceoflava
Under Tsuga heterophylla
Scientific Classification of Ramaria testaceoflava
