Common name: little dove ringless Amanita.
Amanita trygonion is a species of mushroom that belongs to the genus Amanita. It has a cap that is 3-6 cm in diameter, convex to flat in shape, and grayish-brown to brown in color with a distinctive umbo. The gills are free, crowded, and white. The stem is 4-7 cm tall and 0.5-1.5 cm thick, with a bulbous base. In East and Central Texas, Amanita trygonion typically fruits in the fall, often in association with oak trees, particularly live oak and post oak. It can be found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, forests, and urban parks. The species is considered rare to uncommon in the region, but can be locally abundant in areas with suitable host trees and environmental conditions.
Mushrooms Amanita trygonion on Little Lake Creek Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Richards, Texas, May 23, 2018
Lone Star Hiking Trail, Richards, TX 77873, USA
Dissected mushrooms Amanita trygonion on Little Lake Creek Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Richards, Texas, May 23, 2018Lone Star Hiking Trail, Richards, TX 77873, USA
Young Little Dove Ringless Amanita mushrooms (Amanita trygonion) on floodplain on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest, near Huntsville. Texas, June 30, 2018Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Little Dove Ringless Amanita mushrooms (Amanita trygonion) on floodplain on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest, near Huntsville. Texas, June 30, 2018Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Dissected Little Dove Ringless Amanita mushrooms (Amanita trygonion) on floodplain on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest, near Huntsville. Texas, June 30, 2018Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Collection of Little Dove Ringless Amanita mushrooms (Amanita trygonion) on floodplain on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest, near Huntsville. Texas, June 30, 2018Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Little Dove Ringless Amanita mushrooms (Amanita trygonion) on Richards Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas, September 6, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Cross section of Little Dove Ringless Amanita mushrooms (Amanita trygonion) on Richards Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas, September 6, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Side view of Little Dove Ringless Amanita mushrooms (Amanita trygonion) on Richards Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas, September 6, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Group of Little Dove Ringless Amanita mushrooms (Amanita trygonion) on Richards Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas, September 6, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Richards, TX 77873, USA
Gills of Little Dove Ringless Amanita mushrooms (Amanita trygonion) on Richards Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas, September 6, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Richards, TX 77873, USA
Mushrooms Amanita trygonion on Richards Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas, September 6, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Richards, TX 77873, USAObservations of the fungus Amanita trygonion in East and Central Texas reveal its presence in various locations within the Sam Houston National Forest. The mushrooms were found on Little Lake Creek Loop Trail and Richards Loop Trail, typically on floodplains. They were observed during different months, including May, June, and September, suggesting a possible extended fruiting period. Dissected specimens showed characteristic features of the species. Multiple collections were made, with some observations noting groups of mushrooms growing together. The fungus was also found in association with specific habitats, such as creek trails and floodplains, indicating a potential preference for these environments. Overall, the observations provide insight into the distribution, habitat, and morphology of Amanita trygonion in East and Central Texas.
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