Gomphus ludovicianus is a species of fungus in the family Gomphaceae. It has a brain-like or wrinkled cap that is reddish-brown to purple-brown, often with a wavy or lobed margin, and reaches 4-12 cm in diameter. The stem is stout, typically the same color as the cap, and has a white to yellowish pore surface. In East and Central Texas, Gomphus ludovicianus is found growing on the ground in association with pine and oak trees, particularly in sandy soils and wooded areas. Fruiting typically occurs from September to November.
Mushroom Gomphus ludovicianus collected by D. Lewis at morning in a Jasper farm and shown at Mushroom Walk in Watson Rare Native Plant Preserve. Warren, Texas, November 23, 2019
263 Co Rd 4777, Warren, TX 77664, USA
Close up of mushroom Gomphus ludovicianus collected in a Jasper farm and shown at Mushroom Walk in Watson Rare Native Plant Preserve. Warren, Texas, November 23, 2019263 Co Rd 4777, Warren, TX 77664, USAObservations of Gomphus ludovicianus in East and Central Texas reveal the fungus's presence in the region. A specimen was collected by D. Lewis on a Jasper farm in the morning and showcased at the Mushroom Walk in Watson Rare Native Plant Preserve in Warren, Texas, on November 23, 2019. The mushroom was observed to have distinctive features, as seen in a close-up view. The collection site, a farm in Jasper, suggests that Gomphus ludovicianus can thrive in agricultural areas. The fact that it was found in the morning implies that the fungus may be more active or visible during this time. Further study is needed to fully understand the habits and habitats of Gomphus ludovicianus in East and Central Texas, but these observations provide a starting point for exploration. The species' presence in the region highlights the diversity of fungal life.
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