beefsteak fungus

noun

Meaning

An edible bracket fungus that resembles a slab of raw meat in both color and texture.

Examples

The beefsteak fungus is easily recognized by its reddish-brown, fleshy cap.
When sliced, the beefsteak fungus exudes a red liquid that looks remarkably like blood.

Synonyms: Fistulina hepatica, ox tongue

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beefsteak fungus

noun

Pronunciation: ˈbiːfsteɪk ˈfʌŋɡəs

Definition

An edible bracket fungus that resembles a slab of raw meat in both color and texture.

Examples

The beefsteak fungus is easily recognized by its reddish-brown, fleshy cap.
When sliced, the beefsteak fungus exudes a red liquid that looks remarkably like blood.
Foragers often collect the beefsteak fungus in late summer when it grows on decaying oak or chestnut trees.

Synonyms of beefsteak fungus

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