Perenniporia subacida
Perenniporia subacida
A species of Perenniporia.
Perenniporia subacida, a member of a prominent bracket fungus family, commonly inhabits decaying or deceased wood. It plays a role in wood decomposition by degrading its robust, lignified elements. Characterized by a distinctive shelf-like shape and a somewhat ligneous feel, its cap exhibits a variety of hues.
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Attributes of Perenniporia subacida
Cap Diameter
10 - 15 cm
Cap
10 - 15 cm across and 4 - 5 cm thick; fungal masses; pale cream when young, darkening to tan with age
Flesh
Subiculum less than 1 mm thick; soft, not zoned; pale buff
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
BlackCream
Growth Form
Gregarious, Clustered
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On wood
You can find Perenniporia subacida by these plants
Willows
Species Status
Common
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Perenniporia subacida
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Shelf fungi
Family
Polyporaceae
Genus
Perenniporia
Toxicity and Edibility of Perenniporia subacida
Is Perenniporia subacida Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
