Albatrellus ovinus
(Schaeff.) Kotl. & Pouzar
Sheep polypore
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Summary
Source: WikipediaAlbatrellus ovinus is a terrestrial fungus found in Europe and North America. Although commonly known as sheep polypore, this fungus is not phylogenetically related to Polyporales (shelf fungi). It similar to A. subrubescens, from which it may be distinguished microscopically.
Description
A mushroom.
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Edible Uses
The species may be edible if cooked thoroughly, but is typically slimy and may have a laxative effect. It is not recommended by some guides. It is sold commercially in Finland.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Europe, Finland, Mexico, North America, Russia, Scandinavia, Sweden,
Other Information
It is sold commercially.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Fårticka, Lampaankääpä
References (4)
- Boa, E. R., 2004, Wild edible fungi and their importance to people. FAO Non Wood Forest Products Booklet 17 (Also as Scutiger ovinus)
- Pelkonen, R., et al, 2008, Element Concentrations in Wild Edible Mushrooms in Finland. The Finnish Environment 25
- Svanberg, I., & Lindh, H., 2019, Mushroom hunting and consumption in twenty-first century post-industrial Sweden. Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine (2019) 15:42
- Wikipedia
