Lophodermium pinastri primarily grows on dead pine needles, contributing to the natural decay process in pine forests. Featuring narrow, elongated fruiting bodies, it plays a crucial ecological role by recycling nutrients back into the soil. This species appears more frequently in damp, shaded environments.
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General Info About Lophodermium pinastri
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Attributes of Lophodermium pinastri
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
You can find Lophodermium pinastri by these plants:
Pines, Scots pine, Austrian pine
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Scientific Classification of Lophodermium pinastri