Anne Elliott's photos with the keyword: possibly parasitic

From what I remember, I would say that this image is about life-size. I don't come across these Comb Tooth fungi very often, though we have seen several recently. They really are beautiful - with their cascades of gorgeous icicle-like spines. This one was growing on Rod Handfield's property, which several of us botanized again for the day on 17th August. Apparently, these fungi are edlible - BUT the usual rule applies, do NOT eat any fungus unless you are an expert and know for sure what you are looking at. (I've attempted to place my photo on my map, but can't guarantee how accurately I've located Rod's place.) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hericium