Orange Jelly Fungus

Walking through the woods on a dark, cloudy day it's hard for the Orange Jelly Fungus (Dacrymyces palmatus) to hide. This bright orange fungus stands out from its dull surroundings.



Also known as Orange Witches’ Butter, the orange jelly appears on exposed wood of decaying conifer branches and logs. It can be found year round, especially after a soaking rain.



Orange jelly fungi are edible. They have no smell to them and they are flavorless. They add a distinctive texture to many culinary dishes (soups mostly).



Orange Jelly Fungus growing on the decaying outer layer of exposed wood of a pine log.