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Willow Bracket

Phellinus igniarius

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Basidiomycota ›Class: Agaricomycetes ›Order: Hymenochaetales ›Family: Hymenochaetaceae ›Genus: Phellinus

About

Phellinus igniarius (syn. Phellinus trivialis) is a fungus of the family of Hymenochaetaceae. Like other members of the genus of Phellinus it lives by saprotrophic nutrition, in which the lignin and cellulose of a host tree is degraded and is a cause of white rot. Common names are willow bracket and fire sponge

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Willow Bracket?
The scientific name of Willow Bracket is Phellinus igniarius.
What kingdom does Willow Bracket belong to?
Willow Bracket belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Willow Bracket belong to?
Willow Bracket belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does Willow Bracket belong to?
Willow Bracket belongs to the class Agaricomycetes.
What order does Willow Bracket belong to?
Willow Bracket belongs to the order Hymenochaetales.
What family does Willow Bracket belong to?
Willow Bracket belongs to the family Hymenochaetaceae.
What genus does Willow Bracket belong to?
Willow Bracket belongs to the genus Phellinus.