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Birch polypore, Razor Strop fungus
Piptoporus betulinus

Family: Polyporaceae


What it is like

A mushroom. It is a bracket fungus.


Where it is found

It is a temperate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia, Caucasus, Europe, Georgia, Scandinavia, Sweden, Tasmania ?


How it is used for food

It is tough and not really edible. It has a bitter taste. It has been used to make a hot drink.

Edible parts

Fungus


How it is grown


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