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Poplar bells

Schizophyllum amplum

A species of Schizophyllum

Poplar bells is a unique fungus characterized by its distinctive fan-like shape and ability to thrive on decaying wood, often associated with poplar trees. Its gilled structure is notable, and the species plays an important role in ecosystems by contributing to the decomposition process of organic material.

Cap Diameter:

1 - 2 cm

Odor:

Subtle, generic mushroom-like aroma.

General Info About Poplar bells

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Attributes of Poplar bells

Cap Diameter

1 - 2 cm

Cap

5 - 15 mm wide; flat, to bowl-shaped; whitish to cream

Cap Shape

Depressed

Cap Surfaces

Fibrillose-scaly

Flesh

Thin; gelatinous

Spore Print Color

White

Odor

Subtle, generic mushroom-like aroma.

Body Color

White

Cream

Flesh Bruises

The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.

Growth Form

Solitary, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Saprophytic

Substrate

Dead Woods

You can find Poplar bells by these plants:

Populus, Willows, European aspen

Occurence Habitats

Deciduous Woodland

Species Status

Uncommon

Endangered Species

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Habitat of Poplar bells

Poplar bells is commonly found on decaying wood, particularly preferring hardwoods such as poplar and aspen.

Scientific Classification of Poplar bells

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Schizophyllaceae

Genus

Schizophyllum

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Tips for Finding Poplar bells

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What are Some Tips for Finding Poplar bells

Inspect fallen branches or twigs in hardwood forests, especially around poplar and aspen trees.
Look for poplar bells at various heights on decaying wood, not exclusively on the ground.
Gently clear away any leaf litter or debris that may conceal poplar bells on dead wood.
Examine smaller fragments of wood as poplar bells may grow on less obvious substrates.

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