Artomyces pyxidatus
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Artomyces pyxidatus is a coral fungus that is commonly called crown coral or crown-tipped coral fungus. Its most characteristic feature is the crown-like shape of the tips of its branches. The epithet pyxidatus means "box-like"—a reference to this shape.[1]
Description
The hard, coral-like fruiting bodies reach Script error: No such module "convert". tall.[2] The colour ranges from cream to semi-tan.[3] The branches rise in ringlike arrangements resembling a crown.[3] Basidia and basidiospores are produced on the surfaces of the branches. The spore print is white.[2]
The sesquiterpene compounds pyxidatols A-C, tsuicoline E and omphadiol have been obtained from the liquid culture of this fungus.[4]
Similar species
DNA evidence and microscopy indicates that the species is closely related to members of the genera Russula and Lentinellus, as well as Auriscalpium vulgare.[3] Artomyces piperatus is found on the North American West Coast.[2] Other similar species include Clavulina avellanea, C. cristata, C. divaricata, C. piperata, and C. taxophila.[3] Additionally, Ramaria stricta is similar but lacks crown-like tips.[2]
Distribution and habitat
In eastern North America, A. pyxidatus appears on decaying wood from June to September.[2] It can be observed throughout Northern Canada during the growing season. In Britain, it was recorded in 2011, almost 116 years after its previous reliable report, a collection made by mycologist Carleton Reale on 20 October 1886. Two subsequent records have been provided in Britain since 2011; one by Yvonne Davidson in Kent in 2018, and one by Cameron Ambler in East Sussex in 2021. Found in Kent in 2023[5] It is widespread but uncommon in Western Europe. They are also widely found in the pine forest of northeastern India, known as the "eight sisters of India".Script error: No such module "Unsubst".
Uses
Although usually found in insubstantial quantities,[6] these fungi are considered edible raw,[1] but are better cooked. According to one guide, it is best served when fried with chopped potatoes.[7]
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References
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