Inonotus hispidus
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Inonotus hispidus, commonly known as shaggy bracket, is a North American fungus and plant pathogen.
Description
The fruit bodies are generally semicircular and lumpy, measuring Script error: No such module "convert". across. They are orangish with a lighter margin when fresh, blackening in age. The flesh is orangish and the spore print is brown.[1]
Similar species
Inonotus quercustris is more frequent to the south, with Ischnoderma resinosum and Laetiporus persicinus also being similar.[1]
Habitat and distribution
It is found on oak and other hardwoods through eastern North America.[1]
Uses
This fungus has been used in eastern Asia as a popular remedy for many illnesses like cancer, diabetes, and other stomach ailments.[2] In modern pharmacology, it has aided in lowering blood glucose levels, showing anti-tumor responses and improving overall health in mice.[3]
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