Common Name(s):
Velvet-top fungus, dyer’s polypore, dyer’s mazegill, pine dye polypore
Phonetic Spelling:
FEE-oh-luss shvyn-EET-see-eye
Description:
Often found in the base of tree trunks. Characterized by its brown to olive cap which ranges from 7-30 centimeters wide. During its youth, it has a more vibrant red or yellow pore surface and margin. However, as it ages, its colors become less vibrant, and brown. Has a sweet fragrance but is not edible. Grows at the roots of conifers such as pine trees.
Distribution/Location:
Commonly seen in areas all around the world. Distributed in Europe, North America, Central America, Asia, and more. However, they are native to North America and Eurasia.
Environmental Concerns:
Acts as an environmental hazard to trees that it grows on. Attacks trees and causes decay in their roots, hollowing out and weakening trees’ bases.
Citation(s):
https://www.mushroomexpert.com/phaeolus_schweinitzii.html
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