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Key 2.6.3

Lentinus

 

Is there a ring present?

Yes

Is the ring absent?

Yes

 

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You have an  L. lepideus

 

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Are the gills irregular, often covered completely with a membranous tissue?

Yes

Are the gills normal? ............       ..............    .................

Yes

 

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You have an  L. tigrinus
var. squamosus

 

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Is the cap up to 15" broad; the gills adnexed; fragrant odor?

Yes

Is the Is the cap 0.8" to 2.5" broad: gills decurrent; resinous odor?

Yes

 

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You have an  L. ponderosus

 

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You have an  L. tigrinus

 

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