• Cap: Vibrant pink to salmon-coloured when fresh, fading to pale pink or beige as it ages. The cap is fan-shaped and slightly wavy.
• Gills: White to light pink, running down the short stem (decurrent gills).
• Stem: Short, tough, and sometimes absent when growing in dense clusters.
• Spore Print: White to pale pink.

• Bold, slightly seafood-like flavour with a meaty texture.
• Pleasant chew, delicate cap with dense stem. 
• Best sautéed or grilled to develop a crispy texture.

• Rich in protein, fiber, and antioxidants.
• Contains B vitamins, potassium, and immune-boosting compounds.
• May have cholesterol-lowering and antimicrobial properties.