This mushroom recently popped up in my backyard, and also did around the same time last year. I am in the Mid-Atlantic region of the US.
Anyone able to help identify what this might be?
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Laetiporus cincinattus aka chicken of the woods: https://www.mushroomexpert.com/laetiporus_cincinnatus.html
In prime condition for eating—I would pick and refrigerate or cook it right away.
Obviously, it’s good practice to confirm for yourself the edibility of any foraged mushrooms but this one is unmistakable. Make sure to cook fully, and I recommend eating in small quantities your first time. While widely consumed, these mushrooms do cause stomach upset in a small number of people.
Thanks! I’m going to pick it first thing tomorrow and stick it in the fridge. Planning to ask the mushroom guy at the farmers market tomorrow as well.