Umbrella Polypore

Polyporus umbellatus, Polyporaceae

Zones

4–8

Layer

Root

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Scrub HickoryCarya floridana

Nutrient Accumulation

Flat-topped Coral FungusClavariadelphus truncatus

Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Iron WalnutJuglans sigillata

Nutrient Accumulation

Dryad's SaddlePolyporus squamosus

Nutrient Accumulation

Tiger SawgillLentinus tigrinus

Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Fire FungusPhellinus igniarius

Both are wood-decomposing polypores competing for hardwood substrates and territory

Uses

Functions

DecompositionSoil BuildingWood DecayNutrient Cycling

Edible Parts

Fruiting BodySclerotium

Medicinal Uses

Kidney SupportImmune EnhancementAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Umbrella Polypore grow in?

Umbrella Polypore grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Umbrella Polypore?

Good companions for Umbrella Polypore include Scrub Hickory, Flat-topped Coral Fungus, Iron Walnut, Dryad's Saddle, Tiger Sawgill.

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