It is found from Massachusetts to Iowa, and grows very large. Specimens have been reported seven feet in circumference and attaining a weight of 40 pounds.
The specimen in Figure 325 was found by Mr. C. G. Lloyd in the woods at Red Bank, near Cincinnati. It is quite a common plant in Europe.
It is tough, but it is prepared for eating by being cut fine and stewed for a half hour or more.
In Figure 325 the angular and torn pores are obvious, as well as the scales which give rise to its name. Found on trunks and stumps from May to November.
Polyporus sulphureus. Fr.
The Sulphur-colored Polyporus. Edible.
Photo by C. G. Lloyd.
Plate XLVI. Figure 326.—Polyporus sulphureus.