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Winter polypore

Lentinus brumalis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Basidiomycota ›Class: Agaricomycetes ›Order: Polyporales ›Family: Polyporaceae ›Genus: Lentinus

About

Lentinus brumalis is an inedible species of fungus in the family Polyporaceae. Its common name is the winter polypore. The epithet brumalis means "occurring in the winter", describing how this species tends to fruit during winter. It causes white rot on dead hardwood, and is distributed throughout the Northern Hemisphere in temperate and boreal zones.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Winter polypore?
The scientific name of Winter polypore is Lentinus brumalis.
What kingdom does Winter polypore belong to?
Winter polypore belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Winter polypore belong to?
Winter polypore belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does Winter polypore belong to?
Winter polypore belongs to the class Agaricomycetes.
What order does Winter polypore belong to?
Winter polypore belongs to the order Polyporales.
What family does Winter polypore belong to?
Winter polypore belongs to the family Polyporaceae.
What genus does Winter polypore belong to?
Winter polypore belongs to the genus Lentinus.