Why is Poria incrassata called the “house eating fungus”?
This is something that was coined by the media to sensationalize the articles that were published in newspapers or run on T.V. news. Once the phrase was created, every reporter or newscaster wanted to use it. Poria incrassata is only one of the many members of the brown rot family but not the only one that can bring a house down. The only difference between Poria and the other members of the brown rot family is the supply of moisture; Poria supplies its own when the others depend on the wetting of the wood by external sources. The collapse of balconies, decks or other major sections of structures is not uncommon when favorable conditions exist that may aid in the development and the growth of the other type of brown rot infections.
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