American Brown Fomitopsis

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The American Brown Fomitopsis (Fomitopsis ochracea) is a species in the genus Fomitopsis. Typically found in forest floors, decomposing wood, and soil ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in forest floors, decomposing wood, and soil ecosystems.

Distributed across Norway and United States.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇺🇸 United States

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Fungi)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Polyporales (Polyporales)

Family

Fomitopsidaceae

Genus

Fomitopsis

Species

Fomitopsis ochracea (American Brown Fomitopsis)

Similar Species in Fomitopsis

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Birch Polypore

Fomitopsis betulina

Least Concern

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Fomitopsis officinalis

Endangered

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Red-Banded Polypore

Fomitopsis pinicola

Least Concern

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Northern Red Belt

Fomitopsis mounceae

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American Brown Fomitopsis?

The scientific name of American Brown Fomitopsis is Fomitopsis ochracea. It belongs to the genus Fomitopsis.

Where does American Brown Fomitopsis live?

American Brown Fomitopsis is found in Distributed across Norway and United States.. Countries include Norway, United States.

What family does American Brown Fomitopsis belong to?

American Brown Fomitopsis (Fomitopsis ochracea) belongs to the genus Fomitopsis, which is part of the taxonomic family Fomitopsidaceae.

What kingdom does American Brown Fomitopsis belong to?

American Brown Fomitopsis (Fomitopsis ochracea) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Fungi).

What are the closest relatives of American Brown Fomitopsis?

The closest relatives of American Brown Fomitopsis in the genus Fomitopsis include Birch Polypore, , Red-Banded Polypore, Northern Red Belt.