🌿Native Nature

Sheep Polypore

Albatrellus ovinus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Basidiomycota ›Class: Agaricomycetes ›Order: Russulales ›Family: Albatrellaceae ›Genus: Albatrellus

About

Albatrellus ovinus is a terrestrial polypore fungus found in western North America, and Northern Europe. It is very closely related to the more common A. subrubescens, from which it may be distinguished microscopically by the amyloid spore wall. It is edible and sold commercially in Finland.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sheep Polypore?
The scientific name of Sheep Polypore is Albatrellus ovinus.
What kingdom does Sheep Polypore belong to?
Sheep Polypore belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Sheep Polypore belong to?
Sheep Polypore belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does Sheep Polypore belong to?
Sheep Polypore belongs to the class Agaricomycetes.
What order does Sheep Polypore belong to?
Sheep Polypore belongs to the order Russulales.
What family does Sheep Polypore belong to?
Sheep Polypore belongs to the family Albatrellaceae.
What genus does Sheep Polypore belong to?
Sheep Polypore belongs to the genus Albatrellus.