Top 11 Most Common Mushrooms in Papua New Guinea
Embracing the lush rainforests, diverse ecosystems, and fertile soils, Papua New Guinea hosts a rich spectrum of mushroom species. Indigenous to Papua New Guinea, 11 most common mushrooms reflect the unique interlacing of climate, local vegetation, and unique soil compositions. Combining both their exotic appearances and ecological importance, these mushroom varieties are true emblems of Papua New Guinea's distinct mycological flavor. Explore these charming fungi in the following sections as they continue to intrigue mycologists and day-to-day admirers alike.
Most Common Mushrooms
1. Yellow specklebelly
2. Cup lichen
3. Skin lichen
4. Cup lichen
5. Cladia aggregata
6. Yellow-footed micropore
The scientific name of the yellow-footed micropore (Microporus xanthopus) translates to “tiny-pored yellow foot.” Its short stem is usually yellow, leading up to a concave, funnel-like cap. The species is common in all the tropics of the world outside of the Americas. The striated, multi-hued caps grow largest in wet, darkly-shaded locations.
7. Cup lichen
8. Coccocarpia lichen
9. Green loop lichen
10. Dirinaria lichen
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