Grifola frondosa
(also called Polyporus frondosus)
Hen of the Woods
F. Polyporaceae
O. Aphyllophorales
Caps
2-7 cm wide
Grayish brown on top, with white underside
Can be smooth or rough
Attached on one side to stalk
Stalk
White
Individual stalks clutster to large, compound base
Spores
Egg shaped
Colorless
Spore Print White
Habitat
Near or on deciduous trees (esp. oaks), or decaying wood
Season
September-November