Spongipellis unicolor belongs to a family known for its tough, woody brackets that grow on trees. It has a distinctive, single-layered fruiting body which forms shelf-like structures. The coloration of spongipellis unicolor is typically a single hue, giving it a simplistic yet elegant appearance. These mushrooms contribute to the ecosystem by helping to decompose dead wood, playing a crucial role in their natural habitats.
Cap Diameter:
9 - 21 cm
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Common Questions
General Info About Spongipellis unicolor
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Attributes of Spongipellis unicolor
Cap Diameter
9 - 21 cm
Cap Shape
Convex
Cap Surfaces
Fibrillose-scaly, Velvety
Spore Print Color
White
Growth Form
Solitary
Nutrient Gathering
Parasitic
Substrate
Wood of Living Trees
You can find Spongipellis unicolor by these plants:
Gray poplar
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland
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Habitat of Spongipellis unicolor
Spongipellis unicolor is commonly found on living oak trees, specifically within the red oak group. These mushrooms typically grow alone and appear on the sides of trees above ground.
Scientific Classification of Spongipellis unicolor