Clathrus Ruber Is A Species Of Fungus In The Family Phallaceae. Stock Image

Clathrus ruber is a species of fungus in the family Phallaceae, and the type species of the genus Clathrus.Clathrus ruber is a remarkable species, almost certainly introduced rather than native to northern Europe. When seen for the first time it is often assumed to be something other than a fungus. Like the common stinkhorn and the dog stinkhorn, this 'cage stinkhorn' emerges from a white ball or 'egg' - and like other members of this family the egg is said to be edible.