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Fistulina

Fistulina

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A mushroom-like fungus with many tiny crowded holes that grows on oak trees
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Scientists identified the fungus as Fistulina because of its unique pore structure.

Examples

  • In some regions, Fistulina is commonly referred to as the beefsteak fungus due to its appearance.

  • The Fistulina can be found growing on old oak trees in the forest.

  • In some regions, Fistulina is commonly referred to as the beefsteak fungus due to its appearance.

  • Look at that Fistulina!

  • The Fistulina genus includes various unique fungi.

  • The Fistulina can often be spotted growing on decaying wood in damp areas.

  • Researchers studied Fistulina for its ecological role in forest ecosystems.

Synonyms

genus Fistulina
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  • Specialized
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A group of mushrooms with many small, separate holes, including the beefsteak mushroom

omits the explicit taxonomic label and uses only the name

Compounds

Fistulina hepatica
  • Specialized
9.9

A red, meat-like mushroom you can eat that grows on oak trees

genus Fistulina
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of mushrooms with many small, separate holes, including the beefsteak mushroom

Surface Forms

Fistulina singular
Fistulinas plural

Etymology

Fistulina comes from the Latin fistula, which means 'tube' or 'pipe'. That name points to the fungus's many small tube-like pores, so it helps you remember this group of fungi with separate but crowded pores and a beefsteak-like look.