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Lion's Mane Mushroom

Hericium erinaceus

Description:

About three inches thick on an oak tree.

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4 Comments

Harrier
Harrier 11 years ago

Thanks, all. New mushroom for me!

Hema  Shah
Hema Shah 11 years ago

fragile icicle like spines is a big clue.
Great spot.

Harrier
Harrier 11 years ago

I just did a bit of research. It looks like Hericium erinaceus would be the best choice because it grows from one cluster. Any thoughts?

chesterbperry
chesterbperry 11 years ago

looks like it could be an old Hericium

Harrier
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Harrier

Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA

Spotted on Jan 8, 2013
Submitted on Jan 8, 2013

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