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Common Split Gill Fungi

Schizophyllum commune

Photo by Allen Hoof
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Description:

Numerous, variously-sized white, hairy, multi-lobed, fan-shaped fungi with scalloped, incurved margins. The width of each fungus is greater than the distance from its attachment to its leading edge. The largest individuals were ~ 1 inch wide. Gills narrow, split lengthwise.

Habitat:

Pacific Northwest suburban area.

Notes:

Spotted in a back yard garden attached to fallen birch or aspen branches.

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