Veiled polypore
A species of Cryptoporus Scientific name : Cryptoporus volvatus Genus : Cryptoporus
Veiled polypore, A species of Cryptoporus
Scientific name: Cryptoporus volvatus
Genus: Cryptoporus
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Description
If you've ever gone on a walk through the woods where dead conifers are present, there's a good chance you've seen a veiled polypore. The fungus' name comes from the fact that it's pores are "veiled" by a rounded piece of tissue. Indeed, rather than growing in sheet-like formations like other polypores, the veiled polypore can be nearly spherical. These mushrooms are especially prevalent in pine stands that have been ravaged by fire or beetles.
Colors
Brown
Yellow
Cream
Habitat
The veiled polypore is found in coniferous forests. It thrives in areas disturbed by fires, or growing on any recently-dead wood. It feeds on the bark of dead trees but occasionally occurs on living wood.
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General Info
Habitat
The veiled polypore is found in coniferous forests. It thrives in areas disturbed by fires, or growing on any recently-dead wood. It feeds on the bark of dead trees but occasionally occurs on living wood.
Growth Form
Saprobic; solitary, gregarious
Sporocarp Height
2 inches
Cap Diameter
3 inches
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Saprophytic
Substrate
On wood
Smell
Odor fragrant, slightly resinous; taste slightly bitter
Spore Print
Pinkish
Species Status
Widely distributed
Distribution Area
North America,Asia
How to identify it?
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Shelf fungi Family
Polyporaceae Genus
Cryptoporus Species
Veiled polypore