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Climacocystis borealis

(Fr.) Kotl. & Pouzar

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Climacocystis borealis is a species of poroid fungus in the family Climacocystaceae.

Description

A temperate mushroom in the family Fomitopsidaceae that grows on dead wood of conifers.

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Edible Uses

The mushroom fruiting body is edible.

Known Hazards

It is not edible by humans.

Distribution

It is a temperate plant. It grows on dead wood of conifers.

Where It Grows

Mexico, North America,

References (1)

  • Boa, E. R., 2004, Wild edible fungi and their importance to people. FAO Non Wood Forest Products Booklet 17

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