Perenniporia fraxinea
Perenniporia fraxinea
A species of Perenniporia.
Perenniporia fraxinea, a fungal species, typically establishes itself on either deceased or ailing hardwood trees. It's recognized by its firm, ligneous consistency and often manifests as shelf-like growths with an upper surface ranging from light to reddish-brown. This significant agent of wood decomposition contributes to nutrient recycling through its breakdown of woody materials within forest environments.
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Attributes of Perenniporia fraxinea
Cap Diameter
5 - 30 cm
Cap
40 cm across; fungal bracket; whitish when young, and turns dark brown or blackish with age
Flesh
Hard, fibrous, densely zonated; cream to light ochre
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
BrownBlackWhite
Flesh Bruises
Discolor to brown
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered, Clustered
Nutrient Gathering
Parasitic
Substrate
On wood
You can find Perenniporia fraxinea by these plants
Oaks, Ashes
Species Status
Rare
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Perenniporia fraxinea
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Shelf fungi
Family
Polyporaceae
Genus
Perenniporia
Toxicity and Edibility of Perenniporia fraxinea
Is Perenniporia fraxinea Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
