ganoderma lipsiense

ganoderma lipsiense

Ganoderma lucidum, commonly known as old cow liver, is a globally distributed scaffold fungus. The spore body of this fungus can reach up to 30-40 centimeters (12-16 inches), with a hard texture and woody texture. At the beginning of growth, it appears white, but soon turns deep reddish brown. It grows in the form of mycelium in both live and dead trees. Ganoderma lucidum can grow individually, sporadically, or in groups. Its fruiting body has a diameter of up to 3-30 centimeters, a length of 5-50 centimeters, a thickness of 1-10 centimeters, a hard texture like leather, and a woody texture. The upper surface of the fruiting body is covered with reddish brown conidia.