Scaly lentinus
A species of Neolentinus, Also known as Train wrecker Scientific name : Neolentinus lepideus Genus : Neolentinus
Scaly lentinus, A species of Neolentinus
Also known as:
Train wrecker
Scientific name: Neolentinus lepideus
Genus: Neolentinus
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Description
Scaly lentinus(Neolentinus lepideus) may be found alone or in groups along dead or decaying pieces of timber. Due to its ability to colonize even chemically treated wood, including railroad tracks, it has been given the nickname "train wrecker." Due to inconsistent reports of safety, consumption is discouraged.
Colors
Brown
White
Habitat
The scaly lentinus appears in areas populated by conifers, particularly pine and larches. It grows on well-decayed deadwood such as stumps, logs, and branches, but it also appears on treated lumber, fence posts, utility poles, railroad ties, and other wooden structures.
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General Info
Habitat
The scaly lentinus appears in areas populated by conifers, particularly pine and larches. It grows on well-decayed deadwood such as stumps, logs, and branches, but it also appears on treated lumber, fence posts, utility poles, railroad ties, and other wooden structures.
Growth Form
Saprobic; solitary, clustered
Sporocarp Height
5 inches
Cap Diameter
12 inches
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Saprophytic
Substrate
On wood
Smell
Odor fragrant, reminiscent of anise
Spore Print
White
Species Status
Widely distributed
Distribution Area
Northern America,Europe,North Africa,Central America,northern Asia,Australia,New Zealand
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Shelf fungi Family
Polyporaceae Genus
Neolentinus Species
Scaly lentinus