11008-15107 Wood Ear or hakeke (Auricularia cornea) 'ear' fungus is abundant on rotting wood in lowland forests. It is brown to red-brown with a soft velvety exterior when young. Older fruit bodies often dry out with a pale grey, furry exterior. When soaked in water and shred cut, it is a tasty addition to stir fried Chinese dishes. Rotorua *
11008-15108 Wood Ear or hakeke (Auricularia polytricha) 'ear' fungus is abundant on rotting wood in lowland forests. It is brown to red-brown with a soft velvety exterior when young. Older fruit bodies often dry out with a pale grey, furry exterior. When soaked in water and shred cut, it is a tasty addition to stir fried Chinese dishes. Kaimai Range *
DSC_2048 Hedgehog Jelly (Pseudohydnum gelatinosum) semicircular to fan-shaped, and gelatinous with gills replaced with conical spines. Found on branches and logs of conifers in broadleaf-conifer forests. Common in pine plantations, the first year after harvesting. Arnold River, Westland *
