2,687 observations
Western cauliflower mushroom
Sparassis radicata
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Fungi βΊPhylum: Basidiomycota βΊClass: Agaricomycetes βΊOrder: Polyporales βΊFamily: Sparassidaceae βΊGenus: Sparassis
About
Sparassis (also known as cauliflower mushroom) is a genus of parasitic and saprobic mushrooms characterised by their unique shape and appearance. This appearance can be described as similar to a sea sponge, a brain, or a head of cauliflower, from which it has been given its popular name.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Western cauliflower mushroom is Sparassis radicata.
- Western cauliflower mushroom belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
- Western cauliflower mushroom belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
- Western cauliflower mushroom belongs to the class Agaricomycetes.
- Western cauliflower mushroom belongs to the order Polyporales.
- Western cauliflower mushroom belongs to the family Sparassidaceae.
- Western cauliflower mushroom belongs to the genus Sparassis.