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Oak mazegill
A species of Daedalea, Also known as Maze-gill fungus Scientific name : Daedalea quercina Genus : Daedalea
Oak mazegill, A species of Daedalea
Also known as:
Maze-gill fungus
Scientific name: Daedalea quercina
Genus: Daedalea
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Description
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The oak mazegill is a tough polypore that can be found growing on the boles of dead hardwoods, especially oaks. The species lives up to its name - it sports a network of deep gills that are folded and divided into maze-like patterns. Hefty in size but not particularly bold in color, the oak mazegill can be found in temperate areas around the world.
Colors
Brown
Black
Gray
White
Habitat
The oak mazegill grows in woods and wooded areas, but it's primarily associated with oak, and less frequently with sweet chestnut (Castanea sativa) and chinquapin (Castanea pumila). It grows on decaying deadwood, stumps, fallen logs and branches, or on the bark of living trees.
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General Info
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Habitat
The oak mazegill grows in woods and wooded areas, but it's primarily associated with oak, and less frequently with sweet chestnut (Castanea sativa) and chinquapin (Castanea pumila). It grows on decaying deadwood, stumps, fallen logs and branches, or on the bark of living trees.
Growth Form
Solitary, gregarious
Sporocarp Height
3 inches
Cap Diameter
8 inches
Habit
Saprophytic
Substrate
On wood
Spore Print
White
Species Status
Widely distributed
Distribution Area
North America,Europe,North Africa,Asia
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Similar Species
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Scientific Classification
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Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Shelf fungi Family
Bracket polypores Genus
Daedalea Species
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