Ramariopsis kunzei
White Coral
©David Witherall and Elina Lawesson: White Coral, Ramariopsis kunzei, Mt Whitfield
Kingdom
Fungi
Division
Basidiomycota
Class
Agaricomycetes
Order
Agaricales
Family
Clavariaceae
Genus
Ramariopsis
Species
Ramariopsis kunzei
Distinguishing features
The branches are one to two millimeters thick, smooth, and white, sometimes with yellowish tips in age. A stem, if present, may be up to 1 cm long and scurfy—covered with small flakes or scales. The texture of the flesh may range from pliable to brittle. (Wikipedia)
Size
- Up to 8 cm (Height of fruit bodies)
- Up to 6 cm (Width of fruit bodies)
Synonyms
Distribution and habitat preferences
It is found in North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.
The species is thought to be saprobic and can be found growing on the ground, in duff, or, less frequently, on well-decayed wood. Fruit bodies may grow singly, in groups, or clustered together. (Wikipedia)
