Daldinia concentrica some call coal fungus. This hard black fungus is not edible - don't eat it. Not that it looks that appetizing. One name for this fungus is taken from a popular legend: King Alfred's Cake.
Alfred was a King of Sussex 871 - 899. The story goes that in a low-point, he was fleeing and took refuge in a peasant home. The woman there asked him to watch her cakes. Preoccupied with the troubles of his kingdom, he accidently let the cakes burn.
I never know what I will find. Should be a beautiful day to do some exploring for yourself.
Enjoy!
~ Robin
Very interesting Robin. I always like to know a little history behind something!
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