Milk-white toothed polypore
Irpex lacteus
A species of Irpex.
The milky-white toothed polypore, scientifically known as Irpex lacteus, is a robust polypore distinguished by its distinct jagged, tooth-like ridges on its underside. Often categorized as a crust fungus, this species commonly forms a coating over dead branches and tree trunks. A resilient and adaptable fungus, it thrives in both secluded natural environments and bustling urban settings. Its widespread presence spans the globe, appearing wherever temperate forests are found.
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Attributes of Milk-white toothed polypore
Height
6 - 12 cm
Cap
0.375-1.5 inches wide; whitish to grayish; densely covered with velvety hairs
Flesh
Flesh thin; tough; whitish
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive
Body Color
White
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Clustered
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic, Parasitic
Substrate
Dead Woods, Wood of Living Trees
You can find Milk-white toothed polypore by these plants
Black cherry
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland, Coniferous Woodland
Species Status
Widely distributed
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Milk-white toothed polypore
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Shelf fungi
Family
Meruliaceae
Genus
Irpex
Toxicity and Edibility of Milk-white toothed polypore
Is Milk-white toothed polypore Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
