Chaga grows almost exclusively on birch, so it is important to be able to distinguish birch from other local trees.

What other trees does chaga grow on?

Where does chaga grow? Chaga grows predominantly on birch trees, but may also be found on ash, elm, beech, alder, and perhaps some other species. Infrequently it is also found on other trees in the birch family.

Where is the best place to find chaga?

Where can you find Chaga Mushrooms? These Mushrooms grow best on the outside of yellow and white birch trees in cold climates (e.g., Canada, Russia, northeast China, and northern areas of Europe and the United States).