Helvella sulcata is a species of fungus in the family Helvellaceae, characterized by its irregularly shaped cap, typically 2-6 cm in diameter, with a wavy or lobed margin, and a stem that is often longitudinally grooved or furrowed. In East and Central Texas, it fruits during the spring and fall months, often in association with oak and pine trees, and can be found in a variety of habitats, including wooded areas, fields, and along roadsides. The cap color ranges from grayish-brown to dark brown, and the flesh is white or pale yellow. It is considered an inedible species due to its uncertain edibility and potential toxicity.
Helvella sulcata mushroom (pale form of Helvella lacunosa) in area of floodplain near rotting wood on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, April 15, 2020
Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Helvella sulcata mushroom (pale form of Helvella lacunosa) among rotting leaves on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, April 15, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Side view of Helvella sulcata mushroom (pale form of Helvella lacunosa) on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, April 15, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Helvella sulcata mushroom (pale form of Helvella lacunosa) on black background on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, April 15, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Reticulate undersurface of Helvella sulcata mushroom (pale form of Helvella lacunosa) on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, April 15, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USAHelvella sulcata was observed in the floodplain area near rotting wood and among rotting leaves on the Caney Creek section of the Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest, north of Montgomery, Texas, on April 15, 2020. The mushroom was found to have a pale form, similar to Helvella lacunosa. Observations included views from the side and against a black background, showcasing its distinctive features. The reticulate undersurface of the mushroom was also noted, providing further identification characteristics. The sightings suggest that Helvella sulcata can thrive in areas with rich organic matter, such as rotting wood and leaves, in East and Central Texas. The observations provide valuable insights into the habitat and morphology of this fungus species in the region.
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