Phylloporia ribis
Phylloporia ribis
A species of Phylloporia.
Phylloporia ribis is a member of a fungal family recognized for its ability to decompose wood. It typically manifests as a flattened, bracket-like growth on either deceased or decaying timber. Its presence frequently signals the ongoing natural process of wood breakdown within woodland environments. This species possesses a unique look that enriches the variety of fungi found in its particular habitat.
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Attributes of Phylloporia ribis
Cap Diameter
10 - 15 cm
Cap
Cap 10 - 15 cm in diameter x 1 cm thick; cantilevered; reddish-brown then brown-blackish; velvety; edge wavy, sharp and thin
Cap Shape
Flat
Cap Surfaces
Fibrillose-scaly
Flesh
Two layers; rust-brown
Spore Print Color
Yellow
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive
Body Color
BrownBlackRed
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Clustered
Substrate
On wood
You can find Phylloporia ribis by these plants
Currants, Black currant, Gooseberry
Species Status
Infrequent
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Phylloporia ribis
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Hymenochaetales
Family
Hymenochaetaceae
Genus
Phylloporia
Toxicity and Edibility of Phylloporia ribis
Is Phylloporia ribis Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
