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Oak Mazegill

Polyporus durus, Polyporaceae

Zones
4–9
Layer
Root
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Mulch MakerBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)

Water

Moderate (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Wall Rim-lichenLecanora muralis
Beneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Dryad's SaddlePolyporus squamosus

Multiple Polyporus species compete for the same hardwood substrates

Cracked-cap PolyporePhellinus rimosus

Both are wood-decay fungi that compete for hardwood substrates

Uses

Functions

Wood DecompositionNutrient CyclingSoil BuildingHardwood Forest Ecosystem Support

Medicinal Uses

Immune SupportAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Oak Mazegill grow in?

Oak Mazegill grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Oak Mazegill?

Good companions for Oak Mazegill include Wall Rim-lichen.

Design guilds with Oak Mazegill and see companion relationships visually.

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