Ceratiomyxa fruticulosa

Whitish and translucent slime mould with tiny, erect, branched or simple structures. It resembles a coral or small, erect icicles. They have a fuzzy appearance because they produce their spores on their outside surfaces.  

Unless identified by a recognised expert, a photo is required and the specimen should be examined with a microscope. In the comments box, state the key or ID method used and describe the size and identifying characters.

Clustered on damp, dead wood. Great numbers can occur on a log or piece of wood covering many centimetres or even a meter or more of woody surface.

Most months of the year, but especially June to October.

Widespread and fairly frequent in Britain.

Status in Leicestershire and Rutland not known.