Pagoda fungus is a visually striking species characterized by its unique, tiered structure resembling a pagoda. This rare fungus boasts vibrant orange and purple hues that stand out in its natural habitat. Typically found growing on wood, pagoda fungus displays a fondness for the ecology of temperate rainforests where it contributes to the decomposition of dead trees.
Cap Diameter:
1 - 2.5 cm
Odor:
Faintly apricot
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Pagoda fungus
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Attributes of Pagoda fungus
Cap Diameter
1 - 2.5 cm
Height
10 - 11 cm
Cap
2.5 cm in diameter; irregular kidney- or oval-shaped; pale apricot to salmon-pink; dry, smooth; margin wavy
Gills
Decurrent; blunt undulating folds or ridges; pinkish-orange
Stem
6 cm in length, 5 mm in diameter; pink; smooth, velvety with soft longitudinal fibres