Synonyms: Agaricus paludosus, Galera paludosa, Galerula paludosa, Hydrocybe paludosa, Naucoria paludosa, Pholiota paludosa, Tubaria paludosa.
Common name: bog bell.
Galerina paludosa is a small to medium-sized agaric fungus with a brown to reddish-brown cap, typically 1-4 cm in diameter, and a slender stem. It grows in clusters on decaying wood, particularly in wet environments such as swamps, marshes, and stream banks. In East and Central Texas, Galerina paludosa has been found in the autumn months, often in association with hardwood trees like oak and willow, and in areas with rich soil and high humidity, including the Piney Woods and Post Oak Savannah ecoregions.
Underside of a small brown mushroom Galerina paludosa(?) on moss in wet area in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest. Shepherd, Texas, November 27, 2019
Lone Star Hiking Trail, Coldspring, TX 77331, USA
Cap of a small brown mushroom Galerina paludosa(?) on moss in wet area in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest. Shepherd, Texas, November 27, 2019Lone Star Hiking Trail, Coldspring, TX 77331, USAObservations of Galerina paludosa in East and Central Texas reveal that the fungus grows in wet areas, often on moss. On November 27, 2019, a small brown mushroom, likely Galerina paludosa, was found in the Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest in Shepherd, Texas. The underside of the mushroom was observed, as well as the cap, which was also brown in color. The mushroom's habitat was characterized by wet conditions, suggesting that Galerina paludosa thrives in moist environments. The presence of moss in the area may also indicate a preference for specific substrates or microhabitats. These observations provide insight into the ecological preferences of Galerina paludosa in East and Central Texas, highlighting its association with wet areas and mossy substrates. Further study is needed to confirm the identity of the species and fully understand its habits.
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