Green Shelf Fungus?
Polypores are a large group of fungi (aka "shelf fungi" or "bracket fungi") that are important decomposers of rotting wood. They are often seen on tree trunks and rotting logs.
I've never noticed "green" bracket fungus until photographing this log at Old Mission Lighthouse Park in northwest Michigan. In researching this phenomenon, I have found many pictures of the "green" bracket fungus, but no classification, or explanation for it.
I think that, because of a lot of rainfall this year and the ensuing constant dampness, green algae has grown on the log surface and extended its growth to the surfaces of the bracket fungus. Whatever the cause, the fungus has presented itself in a very colorful manner.
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Explore #115 December 18, 2021
Green Shelf Fungus?
Polypores are a large group of fungi (aka "shelf fungi" or "bracket fungi") that are important decomposers of rotting wood. They are often seen on tree trunks and rotting logs.
I've never noticed "green" bracket fungus until photographing this log at Old Mission Lighthouse Park in northwest Michigan. In researching this phenomenon, I have found many pictures of the "green" bracket fungus, but no classification, or explanation for it.
I think that, because of a lot of rainfall this year and the ensuing constant dampness, green algae has grown on the log surface and extended its growth to the surfaces of the bracket fungus. Whatever the cause, the fungus has presented itself in a very colorful manner.
: )
(Look in large size for a better view)
Explore #115 December 18, 2021