Synonyms: Hemiarcyria stipata, Hemitrichia stipata, Leangium stipatum.
Arcyria stipata is a species of slime mold characterized by its cylindrical to subcylindrical sporangia, typically 1-3 mm tall, with a whitish to yellowish color and a distinctive stipitate base. In East and Central Texas, it is commonly found on decaying logs, stumps, and other woody debris in moist, shaded areas, often associated with rich soils and abundant organic matter. The species tends to fruit in the spring and fall, with peak activity during periods of high humidity and mild temperatures.
Arcyria stipata(?) slime mold under an oak log on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, March 7, 2021
Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USAObservations of the species Arcyria stipata in East and Central Texas reveal specific habitat preferences. The slime mold was found under an oak log on Caney Creek Trail in Sam Houston National Forest, north of Montgomery, Texas, on March 7, 2021. This location suggests that A. stipata thrives in shaded, moist environments with abundant organic matter. The presence of the slime mold under a decomposing log indicates its role in breaking down woody debris and recycling nutrients. Further observations are needed to confirm the distribution and abundance of A. stipata in East and Central Texas, but this sighting provides valuable insight into its ecological preferences. The species' ability to thrive in shaded, humid areas with rich organic matter is consistent with its known characteristics, highlighting the importance of preserving such habitats for slime mold diversity. Similar environments should be explored for additional sightings.
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