Ganoderma sessile
Ganoderma sessile
A species of Artist's bracket and allies.
Ganoderma sessile, a robust and ligneous fungus, thrives on decomposing hardwoods, frequently exhibiting a lustrous or polished surface (its name, Ganoderma, originates from Greek, signifying brightness or sheen). These fungi typically display rich hues such as burnt orange or wine-red. Despite their attractive appearance, Ganoderma sessile is not suitable for consumption, being inedible like most other polypore varieties.
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Attributes of Ganoderma sessile
Cap Diameter
7 - 17 cm
Height
5 - 15 cm
Cap
Cap 8 - 16 cm across; irregularly kidney-shaped, planoconvex; brownish, reddish; surface with a lacquered-looking outer crust
Cap Shape
Convex
Cap Surfaces
Smooth
Stem
5 - 2 cm; lateral; brownish red
Stem Surfaces
Smooth
Flesh
Tough but not woody; pale tan to pale brown
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Reddish brown
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
BrownRed
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic, Parasitic
Substrate
Dead Woods, Wood of Living Trees
You can find Ganoderma sessile by these plants
Spruces
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland
Species Status
Widely distributed and fairly common east of the Rocky Mountains
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Ganoderma sessile
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Shelf fungi
Family
Ganodermataceae
Genus
Artist's bracket and allies
Toxicity and Edibility of Ganoderma sessile
Is Ganoderma sessile Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
