Hymenochaete cinnamomea
Hymenochaete cinnamomea
A species of Hymenochaete.
Hymenochaete cinnamomea is a member of a fungal family recognized for species that frequently develop robust, woody reproductive structures. This particular fungus is distinguished by its reddish-brown to cinnamon-hued formations and is commonly found on decaying timber, contributing to the breakdown of organic matter in forests. Its existence signals an active ecological recycling process occurring in its environment.
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Attributes of Hymenochaete cinnamomea
Height
2 - 20 cm
Flesh
2 - 3 mm thick, yellow-brown, brownish
Spore Print Color
Cinnamon brown
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
BrownYellowRed
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Parasitic
Substrate
On wood
You can find Hymenochaete cinnamomea by these plants
Oaks
Endangered Species
Yes
Scientific Classification of Hymenochaete cinnamomea
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Hymenochaetales
Family
Hymenochaetaceae
Genus
Hymenochaete
Toxicity and Edibility of Hymenochaete cinnamomea
Is Hymenochaete cinnamomea Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.