ℹ️ Edibility Note
While generally considered edible, always ensure proper identification before consumption, as some lookalikes can be confusing.
Description
Polyporus squamosus features a distinctive fan-shaped cap with a scaly surface that can range in color from yellow to brown. The underside has small pores instead of gills, and it typically grows on decaying wood, particularly hardwoods.
Habitat & Distribution
Habitat: On decaying wood, especially on hardwoods like oak and maple.
Region: Found in temperate regions worldwide, particularly in North America and Europe.
Seasonality
Typically fruits from late spring to early fall.
Common Lookalikes
Always verify identification to avoid these similar species:
- Polyporus bruneus (edible) - Similar appearance but typically darker and grows on different substrates.
- Grifola frondosa (edible) - Has a more clustered, rosette-like appearance and is usually larger.
- Lentinula edodes (edible) - Known as shiitake, has a more pronounced stem and different habitat preferences.
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