About Sparassis brevipes Krombh.
Sparassis, commonly called cauliflower mushroom, is a genus of both parasitic and saprobic mushrooms. The genus is characterized by its unusual distinct shape and appearance, which resembles a sea sponge, a brain, or a head of cauliflower — this similarity is where its popular name comes from. The generic name Sparassis derives from the Greek word sparassein, which means "to tear". Members of this genus can be found worldwide. They are increasingly cultivated and commercially sold in Korea, Japan, the United States, and Australia. This entry focuses on the species Sparassis brevipes Krombh.
