Tuberous polypore
A species of Polyporus, Also known as Canadian tuckahoe Scientific name : Polyporus tuberaster Genus : Polyporus
Tuberous polypore, A species of Polyporus
Also known as:
Canadian tuckahoe
Scientific name: Polyporus tuberaster
Genus: Polyporus
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Description
The tuberous polypore is a soft-bodied polypore that can be found growing on dead hardwood boles or branches across temperate North America. Sporting a brown or cinnamon cap and a pale stalk, Polyporus tuberaster mushrooms are nondescript and may be confused with several other species.
Colors
Brown
Yellow
White
Habitat
The Polyporus tuberaster can be found in woods of any type, although it's primarily associated with deciduous trees. It grows on deadwood such as decaying stumps and fallen logs, and can also appears on the bark of a living tree.
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General Info
Habitat
The Polyporus tuberaster can be found in woods of any type, although it's primarily associated with deciduous trees. It grows on deadwood such as decaying stumps and fallen logs, and can also appears on the bark of a living tree.
Growth Form
Solitary
Cap Diameter
4-15 cm
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Saprophytic
Substrate
On wood
Smell
Taste mild but not distinctive
Spore Print
White
Species Status
Uncommon
How to identify it?
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Shelf fungi Family
Polyporaceae Genus
Polyporus Species
Tuberous polypore