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Family Polyporaceae (Noun)

Meaning

Fungi that become corky or woody with age, often forming shelflike growths on trees.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • The family Polyporaceae, also known as bracket fungi, are commonly found growing on trees and are characterized by their tough, woody texture.
  • Researchers have identified over 800 species of Polyporaceae, with new ones still being discovered in tropical forests.
  • When searching for edible mushrooms, be cautious not to mistake any inedible species of the family Polyporaceae.
  • Decaying trees infested with species from the family Polyporaceae often display fascinating patterns of brackets and conks.
  • In some Asian cultures, a few species of Polyporaceae have been used for centuries in traditional medicine due to their unique properties.

Synonyms

  • Polyporaceae

Hypernyms

  • Fungus Family
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