Blushing Bracket

Daedaleopsis confragosa

This saprotrophic polypore fungus grows on deciduous dead wood, especially on willow. It grows either singularly or in tiers and causes white rot.  The fruiting body measures from 10 to 20 cm in length, 10 cm in width, and can reach thickness of up to 5 cm, presenting a somewhat convex and semi-circular shape. The margin is thin, sharp, and slightly undulating, typically appearing white or off-white but darkening with age. Its surface may be slightly hairy or smooth, displaying concentric zones in colours ranging from ochre to cinnamon, and occasionally mottled wine-red, eventually turning brownish over time. The pore surface is easily bruised when pressed.