sparassis

American  

[spuh-ras-is] / spəˈræs ɪs /

noun

1. cauliflower fungus.

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Etymology

Origin of sparassis

< New Latin < Greek sparáss ( ein ) to tear + -( s ) is -sis

Example Sentences

Found throughout the Pacific Northwest and Northern California, Sparassis radicata is actually a weak parasite that feeds on conifers, but isn't very deadly.

From Salon

Looking at it, I remember its Latin name, Sparassis crispa, and that it is a parasite on conifers.

From New York Times

They turned up more than 50 species, including this handsome, rather large and entirely edible Sparassis crispa, the cauliflower mushroom.

From New York Times