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Yellowing curtain crust

Stereum subtomentosum

A species of Leaf fungus

Yellowing curtain crust is a fungus with a woody texture and a fruiting body that usually appears as overlapping layers on dead wood. Its surface is smooth with a distinct yellow to brownish color gradient. It plays a key role in forest ecosystems by helping decompose wood, contributing to nutrient cycling.

Odor:

Faintly fungus-like, generally not distinctive.

General Info About Yellowing curtain crust

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Attributes of Yellowing curtain crust

Flesh

Flesh 1 - 2 mm thick

Spore Print Color

White or very pale brown

Odor

Faintly fungus-like, generally not distinctive.

Body Color

Yellow

Gray

Orange

Flesh Bruises

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

Growth Form

Clustered

Nutrient Gathering

Saprophytic

Substrate

Dead Woods

You can find Yellowing curtain crust by these plants:

Oaks

Occurence Habitats

Deciduous Woodland

Species Status

Widespread and fairly frequent

Endangered Species

How to Identify Yellowing curtain crust

Fruiting Body Cap Undersurface

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Habitat of Yellowing curtain crust

Yellowing curtain crust typically inhabits environments with decaying hardwood material, preferring the presence of deceased beech trees and accumulated woody debris.

Scientific Classification of Yellowing curtain crust

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Russulales

Family

Crusts

Genus

Leaf fungus

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Tips for Finding Yellowing curtain crust

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What are Some Tips for Finding Yellowing curtain crust

Investigate areas with fallen hardwood, especially beech, for presence of yellowing curtain crust.
Look closely at the undersides of logs and branches on the forest floor.
Observe the edges of wood pieces for the distinct encrusting fruit bodies of yellowing curtain crust.
Inspect well-shaded, moist regions where dead hardwood accumulates.
Gently clear away leaf litter around suspect logs to reveal any hidden yellowing curtain crust specimens.

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