Crown-tipped Coral
(Artomyces pyxidatus)
Conservation • Description • Habitat • Ecology • Distribution • Taxonomy
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Description |
Crown-tipped Coral is a very common and widespread coral fungus in eastern North America. It is saprobic, obtaining nutrients from rotting wood. It grows alone or in groups on dead, well rotted wood of hardwoods, especially aspen, willow, maple, and cottonwood. The fruiting body is repeatedly branched, 2″ to 4¾″ high, and ¾″ to 3″ wide. Numerous branches rise from a common base, and these branches are again branched in tiers from their broadened tip. Secondary branches emerge at right angles from primary branches, giving the fungus the appearance of a candelabra. Spores are produced by cells (basidia) lining the outer surface of the upright branches. The base or “trunk” is ⅜″ to 1¼″ long, less than ⅜″ thick, and colored similar to the branches. The branches are 1 ⁄32″ to 3 ⁄16″thick and pale whitish to pale yellow at first, becoming pale tan to grayish-brown or pinkish as they age. The ultimate tip of each branch is a crown-like fringed cup with 3 to 6 points. Occasionally the tips will be brown. The flesh is tough and pliable, not brittle. It is edible but tough and stringy. |
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Habitat and Hosts |
Dead wood of hardwoods, especially aspen, willow, maple, and cottonwood |
Ecology |
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Spring through fall |
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Common and widespread |
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Taxonomy |
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Kingdom |
Fungi (fungi) |
Subkingdom |
Dikarya |
Phylum |
Basidiomycota (club fungi) |
Subphylum |
Agaricomycotina (jelly fungi, yeasts, and mushrooms) |
Class |
Agaricomycetes (mushrooms, bracket fungi, puffballs, and allies) |
Subclass |
Agaricomycetidae |
Order |
Russulales |
Family |
Auriscalpiaceae |
Genus |
Artomyces |
This fungus was formerly classified as Clavicorona pyxidata. In 1981, W. Jülich suggested that this it should be placed in a separate genus based on morphological features. Subsequent DNA analysis supported his conclusion, and in 1982 it was moved with several other species into the new genus Artomyces. |
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Synonyms |
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Clavicorona pyxidata |
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Common Names |
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Crown Coral Crown-tipped Coral |
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Glossary
Basidium
A microscopic, club-shaped structure on the underside of the cap of club fungi that produces spores.
Saprobic
A term often used for saprotrophic fungi. Referring to fungi that obtain their nutrients from decayed organic matter.
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On Crown-Tipped Coral Mushrooms |
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 In this video I give a brief overview of the Crown-Tipped Coral as a wild edible mushroom. Go to therichestfare.com for more about real food, healthy living and spiritual encouragement. |
Crown Tipped Coral Fungi / Artomyces pyxidatus |
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Published on May 13, 2016 Coral like mushroom, yellowish - tan with branched with crown tips...growing on fallen deciduous trees. On trees....not on ground. Usually from June to September. Formerly known as Clavicorona pyxidata. Peppery taste....Edibility Rating is 2 with caution. PERSONAL CONFIRMATION - mild peppery, used in soup after sun dried. |
Hunting Crown-Tipped Coral Mushrooms with The Mushroom Hunter |
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Published on Mar 7, 2012 Hi! I'm Don King, The Mushroom Hunter, and thanks for checking out my videos! Join me as I explain how to find and identify Crown-Tipped Coral Mushrooms (Clavicorona pyxidata) Please visit http://themushroomhunter.com for more videos, pics and mushroom bumper stickers! |
Crown-tipped coral fungus |
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Published on May 19, 2016 Artomyces pyxidatus) Edible, with good peppery taste. Grows on wood. The coral fungus which grows on ground is usually not edible. These videos are for educational purposes, not to promote any product or service. Always confirm ID's using multiple sources. Dr. Mushroom assumes no liability for misidentification (by you or him), or incomplete or otherwise incorrect information. A short video should serve to stimulate interest, and prod you to seek out more complete information. |
Clavicorona pyxidata, the crown tipped coral fungus |
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Published on Aug 17, 2012 Large coral fungi display discovered in Gun Plain Township, Michigan. |
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Location: Fairview Twp. |
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Location: Cass County |
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| Kelsey 6/3/2023 |
Location: Lyle, MN deciduous forest, growing on downed log |
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| Alfredo Colon 8/25/2022 |
Location: Albany, NY |
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| Honey Fae (Farah) 7/24/2022 |
Location: Hennepin County |
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| Honey Fae (Farah) 6/12/2022 |
Location: Hennepin County |
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Apricity Apricity |
Location: Martin County, Fairmont, MN |
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| Janet G. 10/6/2017 |
Location: University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum |
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| Janet G. 10/6/2017 |
Location: East Bethel, Minnesota, our back yard near our deck and patio, on a rotting log Thanks for helping me identify this amazing and interesting fungi! |
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| Tim Tupy 8/18/2017 |
Location: Blue Earth, MN Tree line along the Big Cobb River |
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| Kirk Nelson 7/1/2017 |
Location: Fort Snelling State Park |
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| Kirk Nelson 6/30/2017 |
Location: Crosby Farm Regional Park |
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