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Genus Schizophyllum

GENUS SCHIZOPHYLLUM

The members of this genus have white spores and a leathery pileus, with the lamellae hairy and grooved, or split. Schizophyllum commune is common on twigs or branches. It varies from 1/2 to 2 inches across, appearing as fluted shells on the bark.