Fungus (mushrooms) Phellinus laevigatus on a birch tree near Lisiy Nos, south from Saint Petersburg. Russia, February 18, 2017
Polyanskaya dor., g. Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197755Synonyms: Agaricus laevigatus, Fomes igniarius, Fomes obliquus, Fomitiporia pereffusa, Fuscoporella ludoviciana, Fuscoporia laevigata, Ochroporus laevigatus, Polyporus igniarius, Polyporus laevigatus, Poria contigua, Poria ferruginosa, Poria laevigata, Poria ludoviciana, Poria pereffusa.
Common name: smooth bristle bracket.
Russian name: Fellinus sglazhennyy.
Phellinus laevigatus is a perennial, cork-like fungus that grows on deciduous trees, particularly willow and alder. In St. Petersburg and Leningrad Oblast, it has been found on Salix spp. and Alnus glutinosa, typically in moist environments along rivers and streams. In north-western Russia, the fungus is widespread, with records from the Murmansk, Arkhangelsk, and Vologda regions, where it inhabits similar habitats, including river valleys and lake shores. The fruiting bodies are annual to biennial, 2-8 cm in diameter, and have a smooth to wrinkled, grey-brown to dark brown cap.
Fungus (mushrooms) Phellinus laevigatus on a birch tree near Lisiy Nos, south from Saint Petersburg. Russia, February 18, 2017Polyanskaya dor., g. Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197755
Crust of fungus (mushrooms) Phellinus laevigatus on a birch tree near Lisiy Nos, south from Saint Petersburg. Russia, February 18, 2017Polyanskaya dor., g. Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197755
Texture of crust of fungus (mushrooms) Phellinus laevigatus on a birch tree near Lisiy Nos, south from Saint Petersburg. Russia, February 18, 2017Polyanskaya dor., g. Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197755
Thin crust of fungus (mushrooms) Phellinus laevigatus on a birch tree near Lisiy Nos, south from Saint Petersburg. Russia, February 18, 2017Polyanskaya dor., g. Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197755
Spreading fungus (mushrooms) Phellinus laevigatus on a birch tree near Lisiy Nos, south from Saint Petersburg. Russia, February 18, 2017Polyanskaya dor., g. Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197755Observations of Phellinus laevigatus in Leningrad Oblast and north-western Russia reveal the fungus grows on birch trees, forming a crust-like structure. On February 18, 2017, near Lisiy Nos, south of Saint Petersburg, the fungus was found with varying textures, from thin to thicker crusts. The crusts were observed on different parts of the birch tree, indicating the fungus's ability to spread. The texture of the crust ranged from smooth to rough, suggesting the fungus's adaptability to its environment. Additionally, the fungus was seen spreading on the birch tree, highlighting its capacity to colonize and grow on its host. These observations provide insight into the growth patterns and characteristics of Phellinus laevigatus in this region, showcasing its ability to thrive on birch trees in Leningrad Oblast and north-western Russia. The fungus's presence was documented through photographs.
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