Trametes suaveolens is a species of polypore fungus characterized by its annual to biennial growth habit, 2-10 cm wide semicircular to kidney-shaped cap, and white to cream-colored pore surface. In St. Petersburg, Leningrad Oblast, and north-western Russia, it typically grows on deciduous trees, particularly birch and aspen, from July to November. The fungus is relatively common in the region, often found in urban parks and forests, and is known for its strong anise-like or licorice-like odor.
Pores of Fragrant Bracket fungus (Trametes suaveolens mushroom) taken from Yuntolovsky Park. Saint Petersburg, Russia, March 1, 2017
White cap of Fragrant Bracket fungus (Trametes suaveolens mushroom) taken from Yuntolovsky Park. Saint Petersburg, Russia, March 1, 2017
Fragrant bracket fungus (Trametes suaveolens) on willows in Lavriki, north from Saint Petersburg. Russia, March 14, 2017 sh. v Lavriki, 49, Lavriki, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188661
Fragrant bracket fungus (Trametes suaveolens) taken from Lavriki, north from Saint Petersburg. Russia, March 14, 2017
Pores of Fragrant Bracket fungus (Trametes suaveolens mushroom) found between Pesochnaya and Dibuny north-west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, April 3, 2017 pr. Raevskogo, 24, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 194064
Pores of Fragrant Bracket fungus (Trametes suaveolens mushroom) taken from Yuntolovsky Park. Saint Petersburg, Russia, April 9, 2017
Pores of fragrant bracket mushroom (Trametes suaveolens) in Sablino, south from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 25, 2017
Fragrant Bracket fungus (Trametes suaveolens mushroom) in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 13, 2019 Primorskoye Shosse, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197701
Pore surface of Fragrant Bracket fungus (Trametes suaveolens mushroom) in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 13, 2019 Primorskoye Shosse, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197701
Fragrant bracket mushroom (Trametes suaveolens) on willow in a ditch in a forest near Okhta River in Toksovo, north from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 16, 2021 Novaya, 18, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188667
Underside of fragrant bracket mushroom (Trametes suaveolens) in a forest near Okhta River in Toksovo, north from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 16, 2021 Novaya, 18, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188667
AI-generated summary of observations
Observations of Trametes suaveolens in Leningrad Oblast and north-western Russia reveal its presence on various substrates, including willows. The fungus was found in Yuntolovsky Park, Lavriki, Pesochnaya, Dibuny, Sablino, Tarkhovka Park, and Toksovo, indicating a widespread distribution. The fungus grows on trees, particularly willows, and its cap is white. The pores of the fungus were observed to be distinctive. The observations were made over several years, from 2017 to 2021, during different months, including March, April, May, suggesting that the fungus fruits during spring. The fungus was found in various habitats, including parks, forests, and near rivers, indicating its adaptability to different environments. The consistent observations of Trametes suaveolens in this region highlight its presence and distribution in Leningrad Oblast and north-western Russia.
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