On decaying wood throught the world

Schizophyllum commune Split gill fungus is found on decaying wood throughout the world. The fruiting body 1-4 cm wide. The upper surface is covered with small hairs. Under surface has gill-like folds that are split down the middle. Be aware that smelling this fungus can cause respiratory disease. 

Schizophyllum commune Split gill fungus growing on Maclura cochinchinensis Cockspur Thorn. Photographed on the Glenella Track 23 July 2026.

Cap from above. Photographed growing on wood in a suburban garden in The Gap, Brisbane on Friday, 4 January 2008. Photo: Robert Whyte

Underneath showing gills. Photo: Robert Whyte