Synonyms: Clitocybe fallax, Clitopilopsis fallax, Clitopilus fallax, Leptoglossum fuscifrons, Omphalia fallax, Paxillopsis fallax, Pleurotellus fuscifrons, Pleurotus fuscifrons, Rhodocybe fallax, Rhodopaxillus fallax, Ripartites fallax.
Clitocella fallax is a species of fungus that belongs to the family Hygrophoraceae. It is a small to medium-sized mushroom with a bell-shaped to convex cap, typically 1-4 cm in diameter, and a slender stem. The cap is often reddish-brown to orange-brown with a yellowish or whitish margin, and the gills are pale yellow to yellowish-brown. In East and Central Texas, Clitocella fallax has been found growing in clusters on the ground in deciduous and mixed forests, particularly under oak, beech, and pine trees. It typically fruits from spring to fall, with peak fruiting occurring in late spring and early summer. The fungus is considered rare to uncommon in the region, but can be locally abundant in suitable habitats.
Mushrooms Clitocella fallax (Rhodocybe fallax) under small elm and oak trees in area of Old Washington Town Site in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. Washington, Texas, June 6, 2021
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Gills of Clitocella fallax (Rhodocybe fallax) mushroom in area of Old Washington Town Site in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. Washington, Texas, June 6, 202123400 Park Rd 12, Washington, TX 77880, USA
Young mushrooms Clitocella fallax (Rhodocybe fallax) under small elm and oak trees in area of Old Washington Town Site in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. Washington, Texas, June 6, 202123400 Park Rd 12, Washington, TX 77880, USA
Cross section of mushrooms Clitocella fallax (Rhodocybe fallax) under small elm and oak trees in area of Old Washington Town Site in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. Washington, Texas, June 6, 202123400 Park Rd 12, Washington, TX 77880, USA
Mushrooms Clitocella fallax (Rhodocybe fallax)(?) in grass at Ferry Road in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. Washington, Texas, June 6, 202123400 Park Rd 12, Washington, TX 77880, USA
Mushrooms Clitocella fallax (Rhodocybe fallax)(?) on roadside of Ferry Road in area of prairie in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. Washington, Texas, June 6, 202123400 Park Rd 12, Washington, TX 77880, USA
Mushrooms Clitocella fallax (Rhodocybe fallax) under small elm and oak trees in area of Old Washington Town Site in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. Washington, Texas, July 7, 202123400 Park Rd 12, Washington, TX 77880, USA
Mature mushrooms Clitocella fallax (Rhodocybe fallax) under small elm and oak trees in area of Old Washington Town Site in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. Washington, Texas, July 7, 202123400 Park Rd 12, Washington, TX 77880, USA
Gills of a mushroom Clitocella fallax (Rhodocybe fallax) under small elm and oak trees in area of Old Washington Town Site in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. Washington, Texas, July 7, 202123400 Park Rd 12, Washington, TX 77880, USAIn East and Central Texas, specifically at the Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site, Clitocella fallax mushrooms were observed growing under small elm and oak trees. The mushrooms were found in various stages of development, from young to mature, with some displaying vibrant gills. Observations on June 6, 2021, and July 7, 2021, revealed that the mushrooms thrived in this environment, with some specimens growing in grassy areas and along roadides. The cross-sections of the mushrooms showed distinct characteristics, confirming their identity as Clitocella fallax. Some observations noted uncertainty in identification, marked by a question mark, indicating potential for further study or verification. Overall, the fungus was observed to be abundant in the area, particularly under elm and oak trees.
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