Daedaleopsis confragosa is a bit of a difficult
name to pronounce.
Its common name in English is Blush Bracket, and
in Malayalam, it is called a wood fungus (മരക്കൂൺ). It's at times like these that
I realize again what a beautiful language Malayalam is. Its scientific name
is Daedaleopsis confragosa. It is a type of bracket fungus. It
belongs to the Polyporaceae family. These typically grow on the wood of
deciduous trees or on the surface of fallen logs.
Their shape is very beautiful and hence very remarkable.
They are seen in a semi-circular or bracket-like shape. The top surface is
smooth and uneven. Its color can range from white to light brown and grey. As
it ages, it becomes cracked.
On the underside of this fungus, you will not see gills;
instead, it has a structure with pores. It has a specific structure called
"daedaloid". The color of these pores can range from light
pinkish-brown to light brown.
Its flesh is white or cream in color but is tough and woody.
This fungus has no edible qualities. The flesh is very tough and bitter.
Therefore, it is not suitable for eating.
They play a major role in breaking down the lignin and
cellulose in wood and cycling nutrients in the soil. Their complex structure
often attracts artists and photographers.
Moreover, with its unique and complex structure, it is a
special fungus that captures the attention of nature lovers and scientists.
Saying that, I will end this video here.
