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Candlesnuff Fungus ©Margaret Holland
Candlesnuff fungus
Scientific name: Xylaria hypoxylon
The candlesnuff fungus is very common. It has an erect, stick-like or forked fruiting body with a black base and white, powdery tip. It grows on dead and rotting wood.