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Cerioporus varius

A species of Cerioporus, Also known as Blackfoot Polypore

Cerioporus varius grows on deadwood from hardwood trees, especially on small sticks. It can be found through much of the frost-free season, mostly in North America, but also in other regions worldwide. This mushroom may fade in color with age, making it more difficult to differentiate from other mushrooms.

Cap Diameter:

2 - 7 cm

Odor:

Mildly fragrant, mushroom-like.

General Info About Cerioporus varius

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Attributes of Cerioporus varius

Cap Diameter

2 - 7 cm

Height

5 - 10 cm

Cap

Cap 2 - 7 cm across; planoconvex to flat; yellow to tan; surface bald

Stem

Stem 1 - 3 cm long, 2 - 7 mm thick; tapered slightly to base; dark brown to black; tough

Flesh

Thin; very tough; whitish to dingy yellowish; unchanging when sliced

Spore Print Color

White

Odor

Mildly fragrant, mushroom-like.

Body Color

Brown

Black

Yellow

Growth Form

Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Saprophytic

Substrate

On wood

You can find Cerioporus varius by these plants:

Willows, European beech

Species Status

Widely distributed

Endangered Species

How to Identify Cerioporus varius

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Habitat of Cerioporus varius

Cerioporus varius can be found in woods and wooded areas, both deciduous and coniferous. It's a saprobic species that feeds on decaying organic material. It grows on dead wood such as fallen sticks, branches, twigs, and small logs without bark.

Scientific Classification of Cerioporus varius

Phylum

Club fungi