Gloeophyllum abietinum
Gloeophyllum abietinum
A species of Gloeophyllum.
Gloeophyllum abietinum is a fungus commonly observed on decaying conifer timber. It's characterized by its distinctive bracket-like form and a consistency that varies from tough and pliable to firm and fibrous. This species performs a vital ecological function by decomposing the remains of fallen trees, thus returning essential nutrients to the ecosystem.
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Attributes of Gloeophyllum abietinum
Cap Diameter
2 - 9 cm
Height
5 - 40 mm
Cap
2 - 8 cm wide; trimitic, tile-like; whitish-yellow-brown, then rusty yellow, reddish-brown to dark grey and black; zonate, scrupose to warted or smooth; with wavy and sharp margin
Cap Shape
Flat, Depressed, Central Bump
Cap Surfaces
Fibrillose-scaly
Flesh
Tough, fibrous
Spore Print Color
Yellowish
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
BrownRedWhite
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Gregarious, Clustered
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On wood
You can find Gloeophyllum abietinum by these plants
Spruces, Pines, Firs
Species Status
Common
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Gloeophyllum abietinum
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gloeophyllales
Family
Polypore Mushroom
Genus
Gloeophyllum
Toxicity and Edibility of Gloeophyllum abietinum
Is Gloeophyllum abietinum Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
