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Polypore ID


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No morels yesterday, but did find this polypore that I have yet to ID.

Central NC, growing on down poplar. Very much like a cross between an oyster (shape) and shitake (texture and coloring), but a polypore.

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Although no morels in this area, the poplars that produced oyster last fall seem to have activated mycelium.

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Unusually convex cap shape for P. squamosus. But I think this is the correct ID. Colors, scales, large pores, occurrence directly on wood, and time of year all support Dryad's. Flesh should be white and firm but not woody.

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Much appreciated! Suprised this did not stand out in either of my guide books. Yes Dave, white firm flesh that seems good eating texture, so on the young side. May try the suggested cooking in bacon greese, esepcially if more are found today.

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