The photo shows an unusual organism closely attached to the tree trunk, right where the roots merge with the ground. Presumably, it is a fungus. Its irregular shape and almost waxy surface immediately attract attention.
Its bright white colour, which in places turns into a soft cream shade, contrasts sharply with the dark brown bark and damp soil around it. The fungus seems to grow directly out of the wood, repeating the natural lines, depressions and protrusions of the root.
Its folded, wavy structure resembles sea coral — as if a piece of the underwater world had accidentally wandered into the quiet depths of the forest. Surrounded by green moss and a layer of fallen leaves, it creates a fragile interplay of life and decay — a symbol of the eternal cycle of nature, where every end becomes the beginning of something new.
In the golden sunlight, this mushroom looks like a living sculpture — a work of art created by nature itself, time and chance.
⚠️ Why you shouldn’t touch it:
Such mushrooms are often poisonous or toxic. Even slight contact can cause skin irritation, allergies, or spread spores that are dangerous to pets and people with weakened immune systems. In addition, if the structure of the mushroom is disturbed, it can release toxic substances or disintegrate, disrupting the ecosystem in which it plays an important role. Therefore, it is better to simply admire it from a distance and leave nature’s mystery intact.
