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Ganoderma lucidum
Woody polypore that often have a shinny surface that appears varnished.
Riparian area near Lake Lewisville.
In ancient oriental culture, this mushroom was considered to be health giving. It is raised commercially in Japan and Korea. It is used in a hot drink that is said to have curative properties. It is also raised commercially in San Antonia, Tx. and is sold in tablet form.
Spotted on Aug 20, 2012
Submitted on Aug 28, 2012
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