purebushcraft: Piptoporus Betulinus more commonly known as razor strop fungus or birch bracket. One
purebushcraft: Piptoporus Betulinus more commonly known as razor strop fungus or birch bracket. One of my favourite fungi out there but not for its edibility. Although technically edible this guy is way too bitter to eat but can make an ok tea. This fungus is super common and has so many amazing properties. It’s both Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory. By cutting the underneath and peeling off the thin layer it can be used straight away as a plaster. It sticks to itself and can be instantly applied with no processing. This fungus is also great at retaining water so in a desperate situation it may be able to provide you with a decent drink. The razor strop fungus gets its name from having a tough, fleshy outer layer that can be used to hone blades down to a razor sharp edge. Otzi the 5000 year old man frozen in ice was found with one of these on his person. I wonder what he used it for. -- source link