Synonyms: Agaricus pholideus, Gomphos pholideus, Inoloma pholideum.
Common name: scaly webcap.
Extract from Wikipedia article: Cortinarius pholideus is a species of fungus native to Finland, Great Britain, and Norway. It can also be found in North America. It is considered inedible.
Arabic: ختير حرشفي, Finnish: Suomuvyöseitikki, Polish: Zasłonak łuseczkowaty, Russian: Паутинник чешуйчатый, Swedish: Tofsspindling, Welsh: Cap gweog cennog.
Cortinarius pholideus is a species of fungus that belongs to the family Cortinariaceae. It has a small to medium-sized cap, typically 1-4 cm in diameter, that is convex to umbilicate in shape and ranges in color from brown to reddish-brown. The gills are adnate to slightly decurrent and crowded, with a rusty brown spore print. In East and Central Texas, Cortinarius pholideus has been found growing in association with oak and pine trees, particularly in woodland areas with rich soil and moderate moisture. It typically fruits from September to November, and is considered a relatively uncommon species in the region.
Scaly webcap mushrooms Cortinarius pholideus(?) in Watson Rare Native Plant Preserve. Warren, Texas, October 17, 2020
263 Co Rd 4777, Warren, TX 77664, USA
Cross section of scaly webcap mushrooms Cortinarius pholideus(?) in Watson Rare Native Plant Preserve. Warren, Texas, October 17, 2020263 Co Rd 4777, Warren, TX 77664, USA
Underside of scaly webcap mushrooms Cortinarius pholideus(?) in Watson Rare Native Plant Preserve. Warren, Texas, October 17, 2020263 Co Rd 4777, Warren, TX 77664, USAObservations of Cortinarius pholideus in East and Central Texas reveal distinct characteristics. In Watson Rare Native Plant Preserve, Warren, Texas, the fungus was found on October 17, 2020. The scaly webcap mushrooms displayed a unique appearance, with scales visible on their caps. A cross-section of the mushrooms showed internal structures consistent with the species. The underside of the mushrooms featured gills, which is typical for Cortinarius species. The observations suggest that Cortinarius pholideus thrives in the preserve's environment, likely forming symbiotic relationships with native plant species. Further study could provide insight into the ecological role of this fungus in East and Central Texas ecosystems. The specific habitat and conditions in Watson Rare Native Plant Preserve appear to support the growth and development of Cortinarius pholideus.
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