Big smoky bracket grows mainly on dead wood, contributing to the decomposition process. It possesses a layered structure resembling shelves with a distinctive grayish smoky color on top and a porous underlayer. Big smoky bracket thrives in temperate forests and displays resilience against different environmental conditions, playing a crucial role in its ecosystem by recycling nutrients.
Cap Diameter:
3 - 15 cm
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Big smoky bracket
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Attributes of Big smoky bracket
Cap Diameter
3 - 15 cm
Height
2 - 10 cm
Cap
Cap 3 - 15 cm across; semicircular; buff
Cap Surfaces
Smooth
Flesh
Flesh 1.5 cm thick; buff, brown; spongy-tough
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
Brown
Yellow
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
