Giant Polypore is often found at the base of deciduous trees, particularly Beech trees. They are tough and inedible and one of the largest of the brac

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Giant Polypore is often found at the base of deciduous trees, particularly Beech trees. They are tough and inedible and one of the largest of the bracket family.

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Location: Scarborough, UK
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