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King Alfred's Cakes (Daldinia concentrica)

Is King Alfred's Cakes edible?

Daldinia concentrica

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Daldinia concentrica is not considered toxic, but it is not typically consumed due to its hard texture and lack of culinary value.

Don't confuse with these look-alikes

Misidentification is the most common cause of mushroom poisoning. King Alfred's Cakes can be confused with:

  • Hypoxylon fragiforme — Fungi

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