Violet coral or the magenta coral
Clavaria zollingeri
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About
Clavaria zollingeri, commonly known as the violet coral or the magenta coral, is a widely distributed species of fungus. It produces striking tubular, purple to pinkish-violet fruit bodies that grow up to 10 cm (4 in) tall and 7 cm wide. The extreme tips of the fragile, slender branches are usually rounded and brownish. Variations in branching and color can often be used to distinguish C. zollingeri from similarly colored coral fungi such as Alloclavaria purpurea and Clavulina amethystina, although microscopy is required to reliably identify the latter species.
- Family
- Clavariaceae
How to use it
Violet coral can be appreciated for its ornamental value in gardens or natural landscapes due to its striking appearance. While not edible, it plays a role in the ecosystem by contributing to the decomposition process and enriching the soil.
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In the kitchen
Violet coral is not eaten by humans, so it's best to admire its beauty in nature rather than on your plate.
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- Name
- Clavaria zollingeri
- Slug
- clavaria-zollingeri
- Kingdom
- Fungi
- Family
- Clavariaceae
- Genus
- Clavaria
- Species
- zollingeri
- Wikidata QID
- Q2414233
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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