Hypoxylon howeanum is a species typically growing on wood. It forms distinctive fruiting bodies that can be identified by their texture and appearance. This species is part of a group known to host specific types of microorganisms, which have complex interactions with their environment. Like others in its family, hypoxylon howeanum plays a role in the decomposition process of its habitat.
Cap Diameter:
2 - 4 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 Hypoxylon howeanum
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Attributes of Hypoxylon howeanum
Cap Diameter
2 - 4 cm
Height
1 - 4 mm
Cap
2 - 4 cm in diameter; small balls; rusty brown, will turn black with maturity; very rough in texture
Flesh
Tough; black
Spore Print Color
Brown
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
Brown
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
