Bleeding stereum grows on dead wood, revealing its presence through vibrant color changes when damaged. Its tissue oozes a red or blood-like liquid, earning its name. Its cap, lacking gills, is smooth and can vary in color, often displaying hues of yellow to red. These fungi favor temperate forests and contribute to the decomposition of fallen trees.
Cap Diameter:
5 - 15 mm
Odor:
Mild, not distinctly mushroomy.
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Common Questions
General Info About Bleeding stereum
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Attributes of Bleeding stereum
Cap Diameter
5 - 15 mm
Cap
Cap 5 - 15 mm across; grayish white to brown; margin wavy
Flesh
Thin; firm; ochraceous
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mild, not distinctly mushroomy.
Body Color
Brown
Yellow
White
Cream
Flesh Bruises
Discolor to pink or red
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious, Clustered
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
Dead Woods
You can find Bleeding stereum by these plants:
Spruces, Pines, Firs
Occurence Habitats
Coniferous Woodland
Species Status
Very common
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Bleeding stereum
Bleeding stereum are typically found on the dead wood of a variety of conifer trees.
Distribution Area of Bleeding stereum
North America,Europe,South America,Asia,Australia,New Zealand
