Stereum ochraceoflavum is a distinctive fungus known for its striking, colorful appearance. Typically found on decaying wood, this mushroom plays a crucial role in breaking down dead trees and recycling nutrients. It's renowned for its shelf-like form and the vibrant colors it adds to the forest landscape, often displaying a palette of yellows and oranges.
Cap Diameter:
5 - 10 mm
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
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General Info About Stereum ochraceoflavum
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Attributes of Stereum ochraceoflavum
Cap Diameter
5 - 10 mm
Cap
1 cm; cup-shaped to effused-reflexed; orange, have a pinkish tint
Spore Print Color
Colorless
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
Gray
Orange
Pink
Growth Form
Scattered, Clustered
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
Dead Woods
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland
Species Status
Widespread in warm temperate and tropical areas.
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Stereum ochraceoflavum
Stereum ochraceoflavum is commonly found on dead hardwood material, particularly sticks and branches. They tend to appear in dense, overlapping clusters.
Scientific Classification of Stereum ochraceoflavum
