Synonyms: Agaricus volvatus, Amanitopsis volvata, Amidella volvata.
Common name: American Amidella.
Extract from Wikipedia article: Amanita volvata, also known as Volvate Amanita is a white coloured species of fungi from the Amanitaceae family that can be found in southeastern United States. Can be confused with Amanita ponderosa, however this species is from Iberian peninsula. The species is amyloid and have saccate volva, and elliptic spores.
Japanese: フクロツルタケ.
Amanita volvata is a species of mushroom characterized by its white to cream-colored cap, often with a distinctive volva at the base of the stem. In East and Central Texas, it typically fruits from spring to fall, particularly after rainfall, in association with oak and pine trees. The cap can range from 3-8 cm in diameter and has a smooth to slightly wrinkled surface. The gills are free from the stem and white, while the stem is white to cream-colored with a bulbous base. This species has been found in various habitats, including woodlands, forests, and along roadsides, in counties such as Bastrop, Brazos, Grimes, and Houston.
Amanita sect. Vaginatae or may be Amanita volvata mushroom on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest, near Huntsville. Texas, May 5, 2018
Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Dissected Amanita sect. Vaginatae or may be Amanita volvata mushroom on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest, near Huntsville. Texas, May 5, 2018Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USAObservations of the fungus Amanita volvata in East and Central Texas reveal its presence in specific regions. On May 5, 2018, a mushroom believed to be part of Amanita sect. Vaginatae or possibly Amanita volvata was found on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest, near Huntsville, Texas. The specimen was later dissected for further examination. This sighting suggests that Amanita volvata may inhabit the forests of East Texas, particularly in areas with suitable habitat and environmental conditions. The discovery of this fungus in the region contributes to the understanding of its distribution and ecology in North America. Further research is necessary to confirm the identity of the species and determine its range and abundance in East and Central Texas. Additional observations are needed to fully understand its habits and habitats.
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