Synonyms: Dacrymyces palmatus, Dacryomyces chrysospermus, Dacryomyces palmatus, Dacryopsis palmata, Tremella palmata.
Common name: orange jelly spot.
Dacrymyces chrysospermus is a species of fungus in the family Dacrymycetaceae. It is a jelly fungus that grows on decaying wood, typically in moist, shaded areas. In East and Central Texas, it has been found on various tree species, including oak, pine, and cedar, often forming bright yellow to orange, brain-like or lobed fruiting bodies that are gelatinous in texture. The fungus is commonly encountered during the spring and fall months, particularly after periods of rainfall.
Orange Jelly Spot fungus (Dacrymyces chrysospermus) on a fallen pine on Winters Bayou Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Cleveland, Texas, November 24, 2019
Lone Star Hiking Trail, Cleveland, TX 77328, USA
Orange Jelly Spot fungus (Dacrymyces chrysospermus) on a pine log on Winters Bayou Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Cleveland, Texas, November 24, 2019Lone Star Hiking Trail, Cleveland, TX 77328, USA
Orange jelly spot fungus (Dacrymyces chrysospermus) at the base of a branch of a fallen pine on Winters Bayou Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Cleveland, Texas, February 1, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Cleveland, TX 77328, USA
Orange jelly spot fungus (Dacrymyces chrysospermus) on a fallen pine on Winters Bayou Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Cleveland, Texas, February 1, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Cleveland, TX 77328, USA
Close-up of orange jelly spot fungus (Dacrymyces chrysospermus) on a fallen pine on Winters Bayou Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Cleveland, Texas, February 1, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Cleveland, TX 77328, USA
Orange jelly spot fungus (Dacrymyces chrysospermus) on a fallen pine branch on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, May 31, 2020Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Orange jelly spot fungus (Dacrymyces chrysospermus) emerging from crack of pine bark on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, May 31, 2020Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Orange jelly spot fungus (Dacrymyces chrysospermus) on a fallen pine branch on Little Lake Creek Loop Trail east from Trailhead No. 4 in Sam Houston National Forest, near Montgomery. Texas, January 2, 2021Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Orange jelly spot fungus (Dacrymyces chrysospermus) on a pine branch on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, April 24, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Orange jelly spot fungus (Dacrymyces chrysospermus) on a fallen pine branch on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, April 24, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Close-up of orange jelly spot fungus (Dacrymyces chrysospermus) on a fallen pine branch on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, April 24, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Orange jelly spot fungus (Dacrymyces chrysospermus) on a fallen pine branch on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, June 5, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Semitransparent orange jelly spot fungus Dacrymyces chrysospermus on a wet fallen pine branch on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, June 5, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Close-up of orange jelly spot fungus (Dacrymyces chrysospermus) on a fallen pine branch on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, June 5, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Orange jelly spot fungus (Dacrymyces chrysospermus) on a fallen pine branch in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest near Shepherd. Texas, December 21, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, San Jacinto County, Texas, United States
Close-up of orange jelly spot fungus (Dacrymyces chrysospermus) on a fallen pine limb in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest near Shepherd. Texas, December 21, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, San Jacinto County, Texas, United States
Details of orange jelly spot fungus (Dacrymyces chrysospermus) in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest near Shepherd. Texas, December 21, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, San Jacinto County, Texas, United States
Orange jelly spot fungus (Dacrymyces chrysospermus) on a fallen pine branch on Richards Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas, February 27, 2022Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery County, Texas, 77873, United StatesObservations of Dacrymyces chrysospermus in East and Central Texas revealed its presence on various substrates, including fallen pines, pine logs, and branches. The fungus was found in multiple locations within Sam Houston National Forest, including Winters Bayou Trail, Caney Creek Trail, Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Lone Star Hiking Trail, and Big Creek Scenic Area. It was observed growing on the surface of the substrate, as well as emerging from cracks in pine bark. The fungus was documented at different times of the year, from November to June, with some observations showing its semitransparent orange color when wet. Close-up photographs revealed details of the fungus's structure and texture. Overall, the observations suggest that Dacrymyces chrysospermus is a common species in East and Central Texas, particularly in areas with abundant pine vegetation.
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