Hi is this Turkey Tail? 2nd and 3rd photos are the underside. Fungus was quite wet, due to recent rain. Thank you.
I don't think so, but more information would be useful. What was it growing from: Ground, buried roots, stump ... ? What trees nearby? If stump, was it hardwood or conifer? Estimated diameter of one "frond?" Does either surface change colour when you handle or bruise? Any distinctive odour? Also can you confirm that the fronds/caps are fused with each other at base?
Hi Frog, it doesn't seem to change colour, quite a strong mushroomy smell, diameter about 10 to 15cm, it was on a conifer stump. The white edge has disappeared since I picked it.
Thank you that is helpful Also can you confirm whether the fronds/caps are fused with each other at base?
I'm not too sure how I replied to the last post but it seems to have attached to your reply, from my side anyhow. Here's one more photo.looking at the underside with a magnifying glass it has pores...I hope that helps, thanks for your help.
It looks more like a Meripilus to me, which assumes black staining. I think I see a progressive increase in dark stain in your photos. Or - If I am misinterpreting stain, then consider Bjerkandera. I think this one would be easier to ID in person. If you look these names up in your regional resources perhaps you will find a reasonable match.
You are not mistaken re the increase in dark stain. I will check out the species you have mentioned. Thank you.
I think you have Meripilus giganteus and M. sumstinei in your region, perhaps others as well. Interesting find - Thank you for sharing with us!
