Laetiporus gilbertsonii
Species of fungus
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Laetiporus gilbertsonii is a species of polypore fungus in the family Fomitopsidaceae.
| Laetiporus gilbertsonii | |
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Fungi |
| Division: | Basidiomycota |
| Class: | Agaricomycetes |
| Order: | Polyporales |
| Family: | Laetiporaceae |
| Genus: | Laetiporus |
| Species: | L. gilbertsonii |
| Binomial name | |
| Laetiporus gilbertsonii Burds. (2001) | |
Taxonomy
It was one of three new Laetiporus species published in 2001, which were distinguished genetically from the common Laetiporus sulphureus; the others were L. conifericola and L. huroniensis. The type collection, made in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park in 1997, was found fruiting on a eucalyptus tree.
The fungus is named in honor of mycologist Robert Lee Gilbertson.[1]
Description
The yellow to orangish cap is 20–30 centimetres (8–12 in) wide, becoming lobed and zonate with age.[2] The flesh is soft, white to yellowish, with a mild or sour taste. The spore print is white.[2]
Similar species
Laetiporus conifericola is very similar in appearance, but is readily distinguished by its growth on conifers.[3] L. sulphureus and Pycnoporellus fulgens are also similar.[2]
Distribution and habitat
Uses
L. gilbertsonii is edible,[5] although some people have reported experiencing gastrointestinal upset after consuming it.
