This fungus belongs to the jelly fungi group and grows on tree trunks, decaying the wood. It has a strikingly bright orange color and comes to life with the rain, drying and disappearing again when the weather turns dry. It can be found throughout the year, and you can often spot them shivering on branches even from beneath the snow.
It is edible, though rather tasteless.
Species of this genus have been found to stimulate the immune system, reduce inflammation, lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels, protect the liver, and help prevent allergies.
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I love witch's butter, such a vibrant and beautiful fungi to spot!