Bearded tooth  (Hericium erinaceum)

Range

This fungus is widespread across continental Europe although it is not common. It is also found in Mexico and North America. In Britain, there were 11 records before 1998, and a survey of the New Forest in that year found 12 specimens. Previous records suggest it has a scattered distribution, with records from Herefordshire, Oxfordshire and Windsor Great Park.

Habitat

Bearded tooth fungus is associated with old trees, particularly in woods where there has been a continuous history of old trees. It is found on the site of wounds on the tree, often high off the ground.

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