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Cracked-cap Polypore

Phellinus rimosus, Hymenochaetaceae

Zones
4–9
Layer
Root
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Shade (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)

Soil pH

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Fire FungusPhellinus igniarius
Nutrient Accumulation
Funnel ClitopilusClitopilus scyphoides
Nutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Oak MazegillPolyporus durus

Both are wood-decay fungi that compete for hardwood substrates

Uses

Functions

DecompositionWood RecyclingForest SuccessionSoil Building

Medicinal Uses

Anti-InflammatoryImmune SupportTraditional Medicine

Common Questions

What zones does Cracked-cap Polypore grow in?

Cracked-cap Polypore grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Cracked-cap Polypore?

Good companions for Cracked-cap Polypore include Fire Fungus, Funnel Clitopilus.

Design guilds with Cracked-cap Polypore and see companion relationships visually.

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