Fan-like fungus on ground near conifer

Fan-like fungus on ground near conifer

Observation - Fan-like fungus on ground near conifer - UK and Ireland. Description: Clustered wavy fan shaped branches in scattered groups on ground near roots of a conifer. Pale purpl

Clustered wavy fan shaped branches in scattered groups on ground near roots of a conifer. Pale purple with brown, tough flesh, c.4cm high. Smell quite strong and unpleasant.