Conifer sulfur shelf
A species of Laetiporus, Also known as Chicken of the woods Scientific name : Laetiporus conifericola Genus : Laetiporus
Conifer sulfur shelf, A species of Laetiporus
Also known as:
Chicken of the woods
Scientific name: Laetiporus conifericola
Genus: Laetiporus
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Description
Conifer sulfur shelf (Laetiporus conifericola) may sound like a goofy name, but this mushroom is one to take very seriously. There have been reports that people have died after consuming just a few bites! Not all people have adverse reactions, but it is better not to take the risk. This mushroom's striking color can easily be seen from afar when fresh, but fades over time.
Colors
Yellow
Orange
Habitat
Conifer trees, particularly fir, spruce, hemlock
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General Info
Habitat
Conifer trees, particularly fir, spruce, hemlock
Growth Form
Clustered
Cap Diameter
60 cm
Endangered Species
No
Substrate
On wood
Smell
Sour
Spore Print
White
Species Status
Common, widely distributed
How to identify it?
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Shelf fungi Family
Bracket polypores Genus
Laetiporus Species
Conifer sulfur shelf