Macrolepiota procera
Laetiporus sulphureus
The Parasol Mushrooms are amongst the best flavoured of the edible fungi. Though they do not decompose as quickly as some species, it is preferable to eat them young and to reject the rather tough stalk.
This is one of the few bracket fungi which is soft enough to eat; its flavour and texture being comparable to that of chicken breast. It is instantly recognisable by its colour and while many books report it as edible, it can cause nausea to a susceptible minority.
This fungus cannot be mistaken for any other. As it resembles a cauliflower head. The flesh is wax-like and brittle. It has a pleasant smell and when young is good to eat. It should be well washed to get rid of any grit adhering to the branches.
Sparassis