Pyrofomes
Scientific name: Pyrofomes
Pyrofomes
Scientific name: Pyrofomes
Description
Pyrofomes is a wood-decaying fungus that grows on living or dead trees. It forms hard, hoof-shaped fruiting bodies that can persist for many years. These fungi are known for their ability to cause white rot in wood, breaking down both lignin and cellulose. Some species within this group have been studied for their potential medicinal properties.
Species of Pyrofomes
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Shelf fungi Family
Polyporaceae Genus
Pyrofomes