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Fungi id please
Gillian53
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I found this on a piece of oak this morning in the garden. I've googled but can't find a similar picture. It's about 3.5 inches in diameter and doesn't have a stalk.
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I've never seen a beefsteak that colour before, usually got at least a red tinge even when young in my experience. Pansy could well be right and I apologise for the doubt if so but make sure you are certain before tucking in. you could always get a 'friend' to try it!
Unfortunately, it's more likely to be this one:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inonotus_dryadeus
http://www.first-nature.com/fungi/pseudoinonotus-dryadeus.php
Certainly won't be having this for tea. I'll take another pic tomorrow. It still looks the same today. Thanks
Here are photos taken two days later.