Synonym: Amanita hesleri.
Common name: Hesler's Amanita.
Aspidella hesleri is a species of fungus that produces small, bell-shaped to conical fruiting bodies, typically 1-4 cm in diameter, with a smooth, grayish-brown to brown cap and a short, stout stem. In East and Central Texas, it has been found growing in association with the roots of trees, particularly oak and pine, in a variety of habitats, including wooded areas, grasslands, and along roadsides. Fruitings typically occur from spring to fall, often in clusters or rings, and are commonly encountered in moist, sandy, or clay soils.
Amanita hesleri (Aspidella hesleri) mushroom eaten by insects like thrips on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest near Huntsville, Texas, April 22, 2018
Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Cap of Amanita hesleri (Aspidella hesleri) mushroom on Lone Star Hiking Trail in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest. Shepherd, Texas, June 26, 2019Lone Star Hiking Trail, Shepherd, TX 77371, USA
Side view of Amanita hesleri (Aspidella hesleri) mushroom in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest. Shepherd, Texas, June 26, 2019Lone Star Hiking Trail, Shepherd, TX 77371, USA
Underside of Amanita hesleri (Aspidella hesleri) mushroom in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest. Shepherd, Texas, June 26, 2019Lone Star Hiking Trail, Shepherd, TX 77371, USAObservations of Aspidella hesleri in East and Central Texas reveal its presence in the Sam Houston National Forest. On April 22, 2018, the mushroom was found on the Caney Creek section of the Lone Star Hiking Trail near Huntsville, where it was being eaten by insects like thrips. Further observations were made in the Big Creek Scenic Area near Shepherd, Texas, on June 26, 2019. The cap, side view, and underside of the mushroom were documented, providing a detailed look at its morphology. These sightings suggest that Aspidella hesleri is present in the region, particularly in areas with suitable habitat within the Sam Houston National Forest. The documentation of insects interacting with the fungus also highlights its role in the ecosystem. The observations provide valuable information about the species' distribution and characteristics in East and Central Texas.
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