Albatrellus confluens explained

Albatrellus confluens is a species of fungus in the family Albatrellaceae. It is commonly referred to as fused polypore. It is similar to ovinus, but bitter and with age tend to salmon color.

Description

The top of the cap is a white to whitish-grey/brown, depending on age. The pores attach to the underside of the cap and continue partway down the stipe. When heated, the mushroom can become a green-yellow color.[1]

This mushroom also produces Grifolin, an anticancer molecule.

The species is inedible.[2]

See also

Notes and References

  1. Book: Holmberg, Pelle.. The pocket guide to wild mushrooms : helpful tips for mushrooming in the field. 2013. Skyhorse. Marklund, Hans, 1937-, Hedström, Ellen.. 9781620877319. New York. 816030405.
  2. Book: Miller Jr., Orson K.. North American Mushrooms: A Field Guide to Edible and Inedible Fungi. Miller. Hope H.. FalconGuides. 2006. 978-0-7627-3109-1. Guilford, CN. 417. Orson K. Miller Jr..