ORANGE BRACKET FUNGUS

Pycnoporus sanguineus
POLYPORE FAMILY (Polyporaceae)

Description
This mushroom has a brilliant red cinnamon cap. The cap is smooth and shiny. It is from 1-5 inches wide.Photo C shows the pores.

Occurrence
It is found on logs and fallen branches during summer and fall. It seems rare in Fontenelle Forest having been found only in 2 places on dying elms. These photos were taken on Cottonwood Trail near Mill Hollow.

Comments
It is also known as Polyporus sanguineus. It is very similar to Pycnoporus cinnabarinus but has a more southerly distribution and is thinner and has a smoother surface.

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