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PhD Student Discovers Largest Ganoderma Specimen in Taranaki

5/17/2025

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At the New Zealand Fungal Foray in Taranaki, PhD student Sam Lasham made an exciting discovery: the largest Ganoderma specimen ever found, measuring an impressive 82 cm wide and 45 cm deep, and believed to be around 30 years old. This gathering of 50 fungal experts not only celebrates such remarkable finds but also raises awareness about fungi through a fun "Fungus of the Year" vote.

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At the New Zealand Fungal Foray in Taranaki, PhD student Sam Lasham made an exciting discovery: the largest Ganoderma specimen ever found, measuring an impressive 82 cm wide and 45 cm deep, and believed to be around 30 years old. This gathering of 50 fungal experts not only celebrates such remarkable finds but also raises awareness about fungi through a fun "Fungus of the Year" vote.