description Split Gill Overview
Schizophyllum commune, commonly called split gill, is a small, tough bracket fungus found on dead and decaying wood. It is recognized by its fan-shaped fruiting bodies and gill-like ridges that split lengthwise and can close or open in response to moisture. The species has a worldwide distribution, occurring on every continent except Antarctica, and is sometimes eaten after preparation, although it is not a typical tender table mushroom.
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What is split gill?
Split gill is the common name for Schizophyllum commune, a small and tough bracket fungus. It grows on dead and decaying wood and has fan-shaped fruiting bodies.
Why is Schizophyllum commune called split gill?
Its gill-like ridges split lengthwise, giving the species its common name. The ridges can open or close in response to moisture.
Where does split gill fungus grow?
Split gill commonly grows on dead and decaying wood. Schizophyllum commune has a worldwide distribution.
How does moisture affect split gill?
The fungus’s gill-like ridges can open or close as moisture conditions change. This movement is a distinctive feature of Schizophyllum commune’s fruiting body.
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