Extract from Wikipedia article: Cantharellus tabernensis is a species of fungus in the family Cantharellaceae that was described as new to science in 1996. It is found in the southern United States, where it grows in mixed pine and hardwood forests, close to mature Pinus elliottii trees. Fruit bodies have a yellowish-brown cap with a slightly darker brown center, and a bright orange gills and stipe. The specific epithet tabernensis refers to the meeting house at the Stennis Space Center Recreation area, near the type locality.
Cantharellus tabernensis is a species of chanterelle fungus characterized by its funnel-shaped to trumpet-shaped cap, wavy or wrinkled margin, and decurrent gills. It has a yellow to orange-yellow cap and white to pale yellow stem. In East and Central Texas, it typically fruits in late summer to early fall, often in association with oak trees, particularly Quercus stellata and Quercus buckleyi. The fungus is commonly found in wooded areas with rich soil and abundant leaf litter, including floodplains, slopes, and ravines. Its distribution in the region appears to be widespread, with collections reported from various counties, including Brazos, Burleson, Grimes, Houston, and Trinity.
Slim chanterelle mushrooms Cantharellus tabernensis on an old overgrown road on Little Lake Creek Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Richards, Texas, May 23, 2018
Lone Star Hiking Trail, Richards, TX 77873, USA
Chanterelle mushrooms Cantharellus tabernensis on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest near Huntsville, Texas, July 13, 2018Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Chanterelle mushrooms Cantharellus tabernensis on floodplain on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest, near Huntsville. Texas, July 13, 2018
Small chanterelle mushrooms Cantharellus tabernensis(?) on a sandy floodplain in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest. Shepherd, Texas, July 14, 2018Lone Star Hiking Trail, Coldspring, TX 77331, USA
Small bright orange chanterelle mushrooms Cantharellus tabernensis(?) on a sandy floodplain in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest. Shepherd, Texas, July 14, 2018Lone Star Hiking Trail, Coldspring, TX 77331, USA
Chanterelle mushrooms Cantharellus tabernensis on Little Lake Creek Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Richards, Texas, September 23, 2018Forest Service Rd 203, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Chanterelle mushrooms Cantharellus tabernensis among pine needles in the middle of Little Lake Creek Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Richards, Texas, September 30, 2018Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Chanterelle mushrooms Cantharellus tabernensis on Little Lake Creek Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Richards, Texas, September 30, 2018Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Chanterelle mushrooms Cantharellus tabernensis in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest. Shepherd, Texas, October 20, 2019Lone Star Hiking Trail, Coldspring, TX 77331, USA
Chanterelle mushrooms Cantharellus tabernensis in a pine forest on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, May 31, 2020LSHT Little Lake Creek Loop, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Chanterelle mushrooms Cantharellus tabernensis among pine needles on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, May 31, 2020LSHT Little Lake Creek Loop, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Chanterelle mushrooms Cantharellus tabernensis on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, July 10, 2020LSHT Little Lake Creek Loop, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Small chanterelle mushrooms Cantharellus tabernensis(?) on Sand Branch Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest near Montgomery. Texas, April 30, 2022Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery County, Texas, 77873, United States
Small chanterelle mushrooms Cantharellus tabernensis(?) on sphagnum moss on Sand Branch Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest near Montgomery. Texas, April 30, 2022Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery County, Texas, 77873, United States
Spores of small chanterelle mushrooms Cantharellus tabernensis(?) under a microscope at low magnification (spore print is thin and white), collected on Sand Branch Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest near Montgomery. Texas, April 30, 2022
Spores of small chanterelle mushrooms Cantharellus tabernensis(?) collected on Sand Branch Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest near Montgomery. Texas, April 30, 2022Observations of the fungus Cantharellus tabernensis in East and Central Texas reveal its presence in various locations within Sam Houston National Forest. The mushrooms were found on old overgrown roads, floodplains, and sandy areas, often among pine needles. Specific locations include Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail, Big Creek Scenic Area, and Sand Branch Loop Trail. The fungus was observed during different months, including May, July, September, and October, indicating a potentially long fruiting season. Some observations noted small or bright orange varieties, and spore prints were collected for further analysis. The mushrooms were often found in association with pine trees and sphagnum moss, suggesting a specific habitat preference. Overall, the observations suggest that Cantharellus tabernensis is widespread in East and Central Texas, particularly in the Sam Houston National Forest area.
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