Daldinia concentrica (King Alfred's cakes)
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Daldinia concentrica (King Alfred's cakes)
Image: © Deborah Tilley Taken: 19 Feb 2010
Known as King Alfred's cakes as they resemble burnt offering! They are commonly found on felled ash trees and make for good tinder.
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Image Location
Latitude
51.870319
Longitude
-5.077103