Common name: anise and raspberry limbed-lepidella.
Extract from Wikipedia article: Amanita mutabilis is a species of Amanita from eastern United States. Amanita mutabilis has pink tones on the cap and stem, and will turn pink when its flesh is cut; it smells of anise.
Amanita mutabilis is a species of mushroom that grows solitary or in small groups on the ground in association with trees, particularly oak and pine. In East and Central Texas, it typically fruits from spring to fall, producing caps that range from 3-8 cm in diameter, initially convex and becoming flat with age, with colors varying from yellowish-brown to reddish-brown and sometimes grayish-brown. The gills are free, crowded, and white, while the stem is 4-10 cm tall and 0.5-1.5 cm thick, with a bulbous base and a membranous, fragile annulus. The volva is sack-like and white, often leaving remnants on the cap. This species can be found in a variety of habitats, including woodland edges, grassy areas, and along roadsides, and is considered to be of unknown edibility due to its potential toxicity.
Mushroom Amanita mutabilis under young pines, oaks, in area burned several times, in Bastrop State Park. Bastrop, Texas, May 17, 2024
Park Road 1C, Bastrop County, Texas, United States
Side view of mushroom Amanita mutabilis in Bastrop State Park. Bastrop, Texas, May 17, 2024Park Road 1C, Bastrop County, Texas, United States
Section of mushroom Amanita mutabilis in Bastrop State Park. Bastrop, Texas, May 17, 2024Park Road 1C, Bastrop County, Texas, United States
Close-up of section of mushroom Amanita mutabilis in Bastrop State Park. Bastrop, Texas, May 17, 2024Park Road 1C, Bastrop County, Texas, United States
Young mushroom Amanita mutabilis in Bastrop State Park. Bastrop, Texas, May 17, 2024Old Road Bed, Bastrop County, Texas, United States
Section of young mushroom Amanita mutabilis in Bastrop State Park. Bastrop, Texas, May 17, 2024Old Road Bed, Bastrop County, Texas, United States
Side view of young mushroom Amanita mutabilis in Bastrop State Park. Bastrop, Texas, May 17, 2024Lost Pines Trail, Bastrop County, Texas, United States
Cross section of young mushroom Amanita mutabilis in Bastrop State Park. Bastrop, Texas, May 17, 2024Lost Pines Trail, Bastrop County, Texas, United States
Spores of mushrooms Amanita mutabilis under young pines, oaks, several times burned area, collected in Bastrop State Park. Bastrop, Texas, May 17, 2024Observations of the fungus Amanita mutabilis in East and Central Texas revealed that it grows under young pines and oaks, particularly in areas that have been burned multiple times. In Bastrop State Park, specimens were found on May 17, 2024, with various views and sections observed, including side views, cross-sections, and close-ups of the mushroom's sections. Young mushrooms were also documented, showcasing their development stages. The spores of Amanita mutabilis were collected from the same area, providing further insight into the species' characteristics. The repeated burning of the area seems to have created a suitable environment for this fungus to thrive. The detailed observations highlight the mushroom's morphology and growth habits in this specific region. Multiple images captured the various stages and aspects of Amanita mutabilis, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of its presence in East and Central Texas.
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