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Turkey Tail Fungus

Trametes versicolor

Description:

Turkey Tail is a common bracket fungus (a fungus which grows on the sides of logs or trees). It is a fungus that has no stalk like a mushroom. It feels leathery to the touch. Turkey Tail has a spoon or cup shape, up to four inches wide, and it is very colorful. Its colors can range from brown, white, tan, orange, red, or purple -- or all these colors at once.

Habitat:

Mushrooms growing on a tree.

Notes:

http://www.fcps.edu/islandcreekes/ecolog...

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p.young713
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p.young713

Crystal River, Florida, USA

Spotted on Jun 20, 2011
Submitted on Jun 20, 2011

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