Synonyms: Cordierites concrescens, Corticium tremellinum, Peziza concrescens, Sebacina concrescens, Terana tremellina, Tremella concrescens.
Helvellosebacina concrescens is a species of fungus that belongs to the family Sebacinaceae. It is a sebacinate fungus that forms mycorrhizal relationships with plant roots. In East and Central Texas, Helvellosebacina concrescens has been found in various habitats, including woodlands and grasslands, where it associates with trees such as oak and pine. The fungus produces small, sessile or stalked fruiting bodies that are typically yellow to orange in color. It is a relatively rare species in the region, but can be locally common in areas with suitable host plants and environmental conditions.
Fungus Helvellosebacina concrescens climbing grass stalks in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, October 3, 2018
Raccoon Run, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Mushrooms Helvellosebacina concrescens enveloping grass stalks in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, October 3, 2018Raccoon Run, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Fungus Helvellosebacina concrescens on a side of Raccoon Run Trail in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, June 25, 2019Raccoon Run, College Station, TX 77845, USAObservations of the fungus Helvellosebacina concrescens in East and Central Texas reveal its unique behavior of climbing and enveloping grass stalks. In Lick Creek Park, College Station, Texas, on October 3, 2018, the fungus was seen climbing up grass stalks, while on the same day, mushrooms of the same species were observed enveloping other grass stalks. Further observations on June 25, 2019, showed the fungus growing on the side of Raccoon Run Trail in Lick Creek Park. These findings suggest that Helvellosebacina concrescens is capable of colonizing and interacting with its environment in various ways, including climbing and enveloping vegetation. The fungus appears to thrive in the park's ecosystem, with multiple sightings over a period of several months. Its growth patterns and interactions with grass stalks are notable characteristics of this species in East and Central Texas.
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