Postia undosa belongs to a family of fungi typically found on dead or decaying wood. It has a distinctive woody growth and can be recognized by its shelf-like structure. The mushroom sports a variety of colors through its development stages and plays a role in breaking down woody material in its ecosystem, contributing to nutrient recycling.
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
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General Info About Postia undosa
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Attributes of Postia undosa
Cap
Single or imbricate; upper surface white to light cream; with numerous small pilei; margin characteristically undulate
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
White
Cream
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
