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Smoky-gilled Polypore (Bjerkandera adusta)

Where does Smoky-gilled Polypore grow?

Bjerkandera adusta

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Smoky-gilled Polypore grows in specific habitats. Knowing where to look and when is the difference between an empty basket and a successful forage.

Where to find Smoky-gilled Polypore

North America

Common throughout North America, particularly in deciduous forests.

Europe

Widespread across Europe, often found in similar habitats as in North America.

Foraging tips

  1. Look for Decaying Wood. Search for Bjerkandera adusta on dead or decaying broad-leaved trees, such as birch, beech, and maple.
  2. Check All Seasons. This fungus can be found year-round, so it's not limited to a specific season.

Quick Check

Substrate:
Dead wood of broad-leaved trees
Fruiting:
Year-round
Odor:
Faint and fungal

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