Postia guttulata belongs to a family known for sturdy wood-decaying species. It typically grows on coniferous trees and has a distinct appearance, characterized by a shelf-like shape, often with circular bands of color. Postia guttulata plays an ecological role in breaking down and recycling nutrients from dead wood, contributing to forest health and regeneration.
Cap Diameter:
5 - 18 cm
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
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General Info About Postia guttulata
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Attributes of Postia guttulata
Cap Diameter
5 - 18 cm
Cap
Cap 5 - 18 cm across; fan-shaped to semicircular; cream, yellow