The orange peel fungus is a unique and fascinating mushroom that grows in clusters on tree trunks. While its common name refers to its distinct appearance that resembles an orange peel, it's known by several other synonyms. These include Aleuria aurantia, lemon peel fungus, wax stain fungi, orange peel cup, and lemon peel cup. Its scientific name, Aleuria aurantia, means "golden-orange cup," which perfectly describes this vibrant fungi's cup-shaped fruiting body. No matter what name it goes by, the orange peel fungus adds a vibrant splash of color to the forest floor and is prized by mushroom enthusiasts for its unique appearance and earthy flavor profile.