Clathrus archeri is not known to be toxic, however, consuming this fungus would not be enjoyable. Due to the rotting stench of stinkhorns, culinary application is not a common thought. There is also no record of the fungus being treated as a delicacy.

Lol. Damn near every fungi on Wikipedia has a toxicology section. But this one is just like, No one would ever think about eating this so who fucking knows?

They are really cool, I saw one in the wild in southern Germany last fall

For goodness' sake, DO NOT GO NEAR THE FREAKY ALIEN EGG THING THAT HAS TENTACLES AND SMELLS LIKE ROTTING FLESH

You sure there ain't an Oblivion portal nearby?

Somebody call Sigourney Weaver and tell her to bring the flame thrower!

That has some serious Cthulhu vibes

Father Nurgle is pleased.

But are they edible?

Also called 'Devil's Fingers'

Upside down Barnacle from Half-Life

Damn, it's pretty wild that when a creature enters the affected area for the first time on a turn or starts its turn there, the creature must succeed on a Dexterity saving throw or take 3d6 bludgeoning damage and be restrained by the tentacles.

As someone who's absolutely afraid/disgusted/horrified by octopus, these also need to be eradicated from this planet