The entire fruit body of the Cauliflower fungus is reminiscent of a coarse bath sponge and mature specimens can be huge and weight several pounds.
Found at the base of coniferous trees - tho conifers can be part of a mixed woodland
Sub-globose, cauliflower-like, with numerous flattened, crisped lobes
The flesh is white and waxy with a spicy odour and a pleasant nutty taste.
Pale ochre.
A short thick, white rooting stem, often hidden by the main body.
Crispa means "curly"
