Synonyms: Craterellus odoratus, Merulius odoratus, Trombetta odorata.
Common name: fragrant chanterelle.
Cantharellus odoratus is a small to medium-sized, funnel-shaped fungus with a fruity or apricot-like aroma. It has a yellow to orange-yellow cap and yellow stem, typically growing 1-4 cm in diameter and 1-3 cm tall. In East and Central Texas, it is commonly found in late summer and early fall, often in association with oak and pine trees, particularly in sandy soils and woodland edges. The fungus fruits singly or in small groups, and its distribution in the region tends to be scattered and localized.
Trumpet mushroom Cantharellus odoratus (Craterellus odoratus) with partridgeberry in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest. Shepherd, Texas, July 14, 2018
Lone Star Hiking Trail, Coldspring, TX 77331, USA
Trumpet mushroom Cantharellus odoratus (Craterellus odoratus) in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest. Shepherd, Texas, July 14, 2018Lone Star Hiking Trail, Coldspring, TX 77331, USA
Side view of a trumpet mushroom Cantharellus odoratus (Craterellus odoratus) in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest. Shepherd, Texas, July 14, 2018Lone Star Hiking Trail, Coldspring, TX 77331, USA
Side view of a trumpet mushroom Cantharellus odoratus (Craterellus odoratus) on white background in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest. Shepherd, Texas, July 14, 2018Lone Star Hiking Trail, Coldspring, TX 77331, USA
Trumpet mushrooms Cantharellus odoratus (Craterellus odoratus) in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest. Shepherd, Texas, October 28, 2018Lone Star Hiking Trail, Coldspring, TX 77331, USA
Trumpet mushrooms Cantharellus odoratus (Craterellus odoratus) on Pitcher Plant Trail in Big Thicket National Preserve. Warren, Texas, June 22, 20192160 Co Rd 4850, Warren, TX 77664, USA
Close up of trumpet mushrooms Cantharellus odoratus (Craterellus odoratus) on Pitcher Plant Trail in Big Thicket National Preserve. Warren, Texas, June 22, 20192160 Co Rd 4850, Warren, TX 77664, USA
Trumpet mushroom Cantharellus odoratus (Craterellus odoratus) on a sandy trail on Lone Star Hiking Trail near Pole Creek in Sam Houston National Forest. Richards, Texas, April 9, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Close-up of trumpet mushroom Cantharellus odoratus (Craterellus odoratus) on Lone Star Hiking Trail near Pole Creek in Sam Houston National Forest. Richards, Texas, April 9, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Young trumpet mushroom Cantharellus odoratus (Craterellus odoratus) on Lone Star Hiking Trail near Pole Creek in Sam Houston National Forest. Richards, Texas, April 9, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Trumpet mushrooms Cantharellus odoratus (Craterellus odoratus) in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest. Shepherd, Texas, May 30, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Coldspring, TX 77331, USA
Partially dried young trumpet mushrooms Cantharellus odoratus (Craterellus odoratus) in area of Winters Bayou in Sam Houston National Forest, east from Waverly. Texas, June 11, 2020Forest Service Rd 274E, Cleveland, TX 77328, USA
Fragrant chanterelle mushrooms Cantharellus odoratus (Craterellus odoratus) on a sandy trail near Pole Creek on North Wilderness Trail of Little Lake Creek Wilderness in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, June 8, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Cluster of young fragrant chanterelle mushrooms Cantharellus odoratus (Craterellus odoratus) on a sandy trail near Pole Creek on North Wilderness Trail of Little Lake Creek Wilderness in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, June 8, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Fragrant chanterelle mushrooms Cantharellus odoratus (Craterellus odoratus) on a sandy trail in a pine forest near Pole Creek on North Wilderness Trail of Little Lake Creek Wilderness in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, June 8, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Side view of fragrant chanterelle mushrooms Cantharellus odoratus (Craterellus odoratus) near Pole Creek on North Wilderness Trail of Little Lake Creek Wilderness in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, June 8, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Fragrant chanterelle mushrooms Cantharellus odoratus (Craterellus odoratus) on a sandy trail in a pine forest near Pole Creek on North Wilderness Trail of Little Lake Creek Wilderness in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, June 8, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Cluster of fragrant chanterelle mushrooms Cantharellus odoratus (Craterellus odoratus) in a pine forest near Pole Creek on North Wilderness Trail of Little Lake Creek Wilderness in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, June 8, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Upper view of fragrant chanterelle mushrooms (Cantharellus odoratus) on Winters Bayou Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Cleveland, Texas, July 18, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, Cleveland, TX 77328, USA
Clusters of fragrant chanterelle mushrooms (Cantharellus odoratus) on Winters Bayou Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Cleveland, Texas, July 18, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, Cleveland, TX 77328, USA
Cross section of a cluster of fragrant chanterelle mushrooms (Cantharellus odoratus) on Winters Bayou Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Cleveland, Texas, July 18, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, Cleveland, TX 77328, USA
Fragrant chanterelle mushrooms (Cantharellus odoratus) on North Wilderness Trail of Little Lake Creek Wilderness in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, June 2, 2022Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery County, Texas, United StatesObservations of Cantharellus odoratus in East and Central Texas reveal that the fungus grows in various locations, including Big Creek Scenic Area, Pitcher Plant Trail, Lone Star Hiking Trail, and North Wilderness Trail. It is often found on sandy trails, near creeks, and in pine forests. The mushrooms typically appear between April and July, with some observations recorded as early as April 9 and as late as July 18. They can grow alone or in clusters, and their age varies from young to partially dried. The fungus has been observed in different parts of Sam Houston National Forest, including Shepherd, Richards, and Montgomery areas, as well as in Big Thicket National Preserve. The observations suggest that Cantharellus odoratus is widespread in East and Central Texas, with a preference for specific habitats.
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