Reported to be a pan-tropical species, trichoderma peltatum occurs in tropical regions throughout the world. At first glance, it may look like a distorted gilled mushroom, but it doesn't have a stem, cap, or gills. It grows on the deadwood of deciduous trees and can be found year-round.
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General Info About Trichoderma peltatum
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Attributes of Trichoderma peltatum
Height
5 - 20 mm
Stem
There is no stem.
Flesh
Flesh is whitish to pale tan.
Spore Print Color
White
Body Color
White
Brown
Growth Form
Solitary, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
Dead Woods
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland
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Habitat of Trichoderma peltatum
Trichoderma peltatum thrives on deadwood of hardwood trees, favoring environments rich in decomposing organic material.
Distribution Area of Trichoderma peltatum
Found across the globe in areas with subtropical climates.
