About
Fomes fomentarius, also known as the Tinder Fungus or Hoof Fungus, is a bracket fungus that grows on the bark of various tree species, particularly birch trees. It has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties and as a fire starter due to its ability to catch and hold a spark. The hard, woody cap of this mushroom is often used to create amadou, a material that can be used as tinder or for crafting. Fomes fomentarius is not considered edible due to its tough texture and lack of flavor, but it is highly valued for its medicinal benefits.
Physical Characteristics
Caps:
The cap of Fomes fomentarius is hard and woody, typically dark brown to black in color, and can grow up to 30 cm in diameter.
Gills:
This mushroom does not have gills as it belongs to the polypore family.
Helps With
Fire Starting
Fomes fomentarius has been traditionally used as a fire starter due to its ability to catch and hold a spark.
Medicinal Purposes
Fomes fomentarius is valued for its medicinal properties and has been used in traditional medicine for various ailments.
Look Alike Species
Specie: | Differences: | |
|---|---|---|
 | Ganoderma applanatum Edibility:Ganoderma applanatum is also not recommended for consumption. | The main difference between Ganoderma applanatum and Fomes fomentarius is the color of their caps and pore surfaces. |
Specie:
Ganoderma applanatum
Edibility:
Ganoderma applanatum is also not recommended for consumption.
Differences:The main difference between Ganoderma applanatum and Fomes fomentarius is the color of their caps and pore surfaces.
Nutrition Facts ()
Serving Size 100 g
Amount Per Serving
Calories356
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.5 g2%
Saturated Fat 0.3 g2%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg0%
Sodium 0 mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 80 g29%
Dietary Fiber 40 g143%
Total Sugars 0 g
Protein 10 g20%
Vitamin A 0 µg 0%•Thiamin B1 0.2 mg 17%
Riboflavin B2 0.3 mg 23%•Niacin B3 2 mg 13%
Vitamin B6 0.5 mg 29%•Folate B9 0 µg 0%
Vitamin B12 0 mg 0%•Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
Vitamin D 0 µg 0%•Vitamin E 0 mg 0%
Vitamin K 0 µg 0%•Calcium 50 mg 4%
Copper 0 mg 0%•Iron 5 mg 28%
Magnesium 0 mg 0%•Manganese 0 mg 0%
Phosphorus 0 mg 0%•Potassium 2000 mg 43%
Selenium 0 µg 0%•Zinc 1.5 mg 14%
Vit A 0 µg 0%•B1 0.2 mg 17%
B2 0.3 mg 23%•B3 2 mg 13%
B6 0.5 mg 29%•B9 0 µg 0%
B12 0 mg 0%•Vit C 0 mg 0%
Vit D 0 µg 0%•Vit E 0 mg 0%
Vit K 0 µg 0%•Calcium 50 mg 4%
Copper 0 mg 0%•Iron 5 mg 28%
Mg 0 mg 0%•Mn 0 mg 0%
Phosph. 0 mg 0%•Pot. 2000 mg 43%
Selenium 0 µg 0%•Zinc 1.5 mg 14%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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