Synonym: Lepiota humei.
Chlorophyllum humei is a species of mushroom that belongs to the family Agaricaceae. It is a medium to large-sized fungus with a greenish-blue cap and white gills that turn pinkish-brown as it matures. In East and Central Texas, Chlorophyllum humei typically fruits in late summer to early fall, often in association with oak trees. It can be found growing in fields, meadows, and woodland edges, particularly in areas with rich soil and abundant organic matter. The fungus is considered edible but requires caution due to potential confusion with poisonous lookalikes. Specimens from East and Central Texas typically range from 3-8 cm in cap diameter and have a stout stem with a bulbous base.
Chlorophyllum humei (Lepiota humei)(?) mushrooms on a lawn in Wolf Pen Creek Park. College Station, Texas, November 5, 2017
Wolf Pen Creek Trail, College Station, TX 77840, USA
Group of Chlorophyllum humei (Lepiota humei)(?) mushrooms in Wolf Pen Creek Park. College Station, Texas, November 5, 2017Wolf Pen Creek Trail, College Station, TX 77840, USAObservations of Chlorophyllum humei in East and Central Texas reveal that the fungus grows in groups on lawns. On November 5, 2017, a group of Chlorophyllum humei mushrooms was found in Wolf Pen Creek Park, College Station, Texas. The mushrooms were identified as Chlorophyllum humei, although some sources may refer to them as Lepiota humei. The observations suggest that the fungus prefers lawn habitats, potentially indicating a tolerance for human-managed environments. The presence of multiple mushrooms in a single location implies that Chlorophyllum humei can form colonies or clusters, possibly facilitating spore dispersal and increasing its chances of survival. Further study is needed to confirm the identity and habitat preferences of this species in East and Central Texas. Additional observations could provide insight into the ecology and distribution of Chlorophyllum humei in the region.
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