Synonyms: Helvella fallax, Helvella nigricans, Leptopodia atra.
Extract from Wikipedia article: Helvella atra is a species of fungi in the family Helvellaceae of the order Pezizales.
Arabic: هلفيلة سوداء مطفاة, Estonian: Must helvell, Finnish: Mustasatulamörsky, Hungarian: Fekete papsapkagomba, Latvian: Tumšais rumpucis.
Helvella atra is a species of fungus in the family Helvellaceae, characterized by its dark brown to black, irregularly shaped cap and white to pale yellow stem. In East and Central Texas, it typically fruits from February to May, often in areas with rich soil and abundant organic matter, such as near decaying wood or in moist, wooded areas. The fungus can be found in a variety of habitats, including floodplains, woodland edges, and along streams. It is considered a relatively rare find in the region, but can be locally common in certain areas, particularly after periods of heavy rainfall.
Black saddle fungus Helvella atra(?) on burned pine needles on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, June 5, 2021
Black saddle fungus Helvella atra(?) on partially burned forest floor on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, June 5, 2021
Close-up of black saddle fungus Helvella atra(?) on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, June 5, 2021
Black saddle fungus Helvella atra(?) on black background on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, June 5, 2021
Black saddle fungus Helvella atra(?) grown after a prescribed burn on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, June 5, 2021
Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Black saddle fungus Helvella atra(?) among charred pieces of wood 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, USAObservations of the fungus Helvella atra in East and Central Texas reveal its growth habits and preferred environments. On June 5, 2021, in the Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest, the fungus was found growing on burned pine needles and partially burned forest floors. It was also observed among charred pieces of wood, indicating a possible association with fire-damaged areas. The fungus appeared to thrive in these conditions, with multiple sightings in the same area after a prescribed burn. Close-up observations showcased its distinctive black saddle shape, and photographs against a black background highlighted its unique features. Overall, Helvella atra seems to be adapted to growing in burned or disturbed environments in East and Central Texas. Its growth was prolific in areas where fire had recently occurred.
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