Yellow brain, the fungus lives on crevices in the branches of deciduous trees and shrubs.
Also known as:
Golden jelly fungus
Golden ear mushrooms
yellow trembler
witches’butter
Yellow brain (Tremella mesenterica) is a common jelly fungus in the family Tremellaceae. The fungus lives on crevices in the branches of deciduous trees and shrubs. This jelly fungus is irregularly folded and measures between 1 and 5 cm. Initially the jelly fungus is yellow, later fading to a more soft yellow. In wet spring and autumn, yellow brain is fairly common and widespread in Britain. In drier periods, the gelatinous fungi shrink from firm jelly to tough rubber. They become also darker in color.
The yellow brain is not poisonous, has a bland taste and is not eaten in Europe.
Where to find
- Common on branches of deciduous trees and shrubs
Control
The yellow brain does not cause damage; control unnecessary.
Prevention
Does not apply.
