Artist's conk (Ganoderma applanatum) - PictureThis

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Artist's conk

Also known as: Bear bread

This shelf fungus can live for several consecutive years and can be dated by the growth ridges seen on its dark surface. Artist's conk grows in tiered groups at the bases of oak, beech, and conifers, as well as deadwood. When its spores release, they cover the area with visible brown dust. Scratches in the white undersurface create dark lines.

Scientific classification

Species

Artist's conk (Ganoderma applanatum)

Artist's bracket and allies

Ganodermataceae

Mushroom-forming fungi

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Perennial

Lifespan

24 inches

Spread

Deciduous

Leaf type

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