Synonyms: Calyptella candida, Cyphella candida, Henningsomyces hydnodes, Henningsomyces hydnoides, Lachnella candida, Peziza candida, Solenia candida, Solenia hydnoidea, Solenia hydnoides, Solenia nivea.
Common name: white tubelet.
Henningsomyces candidus is a species of fungus that belongs to the family Marasmiaceae. It is characterized by its small to medium-sized fruiting bodies, typically 1-5 mm in diameter, with a white to cream-colored cap and a long, slender stipe. In East and Central Texas, Henningsomyces candidus has been found growing on decaying leaves, twigs, and other organic matter, often in shaded, moist areas. It is commonly associated with deciduous trees, particularly oak and maple species. The fungus produces spores that are elliptical in shape and measure 3-5 μm in length. Henningsomyces candidus is considered a relatively rare species in the region, but it can be found fruiting from spring to fall, with peak activity during the summer months.
Array of tubular fruiting bodies of a cyphelloid fungus Henningsomyces candidus on rotten wood in Bee Creek Park. College Station, Texas, October 25, 2017
Anderson St, College Station, TX 77840, USA
Tubular fruiting bodies of a cyphelloid fungus Henningsomyces candidus on rotten wood in Bee Creek Park. College Station, Texas, November 1, 2017Anderson St, College Station, TX 77840, USA
Small white tubular fruiting bodies of a cyphelloid fungus Henningsomyces candidus on rotten wood in Bee Creek Park. College Station, Texas, November 1, 2017Anderson St, College Station, TX 77840, USA
Fruiting bodies of a cyphelloid fungus Henningsomyces candidus on rotten wood in Bee Creek Park. College Station, Texas, November 1, 2017Anderson St, College Station, TX 77840, USA
Tubular fruiting bodies of a cyphelloid fungus Henningsomyces candidus on a fallen branch in Bee Creek Park. College Station, Texas, November 1, 2017Anderson St, College Station, TX 77840, USA
Cyphelloid fungus Henningsomyces candidus on a fallen pine branch on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest near Huntsville, Texas, September 15, 2018Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Cyphelloid fungus Henningsomyces candidus on rotten wood in Hensel Park. College Station, Texas, September 20, 2019101 Redbud St, Bryan, TX 77801, USA
Tubular fruiting bodies of a cyphelloid fungus Henningsomyces candidus on rotten wood in Hensel Park. College Station, Texas, September 20, 2019101 Redbud St, Bryan, TX 77801, USA
Mushrooms Henningsomyces candidus on rotting wood in Hensel Park. College Station, Texas, September 20, 2019100 Fleetwood St, Bryan, TX 77801, USA
Cyphelloid fungus Henningsomyces candidus on an oak log in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, December 13, 2019Yaupon Loop, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Cyphelloid fungus Henningsomyces candidus on underside of a log in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, December 13, 2019Yaupon Loop, College Station, TX 77845, USA
White tubelet mushrooms (Henningsomyces candidus) on rotting oak on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, December 15, 2019
Close up of white tubelet mushrooms (Henningsomyces candidus) on rotting oak on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, December 15, 2019
Cyphelloid fungus Henningsomyces candidus on underside of a rotten oak log at Lake Somerville Trailway near Birch Creek Unit of Somerville Lake State Park. Texas, December 29, 2020Lake Somerville Trailway, Somerville, TX 77879, USA
White tubelet fungus (Henningsomyces candidus) on underside of a rotten oak log at Lake Somerville Trailway near Birch Creek Unit of Somerville Lake State Park. Texas, December 29, 2020Lake Somerville Trailway, Somerville, TX 77879, USA
White tubelet fungus (Henningsomyces candidus) on rotting oak wood at Lake Somerville Trailway near Birch Creek Unit of Somerville Lake State Park. Texas, December 29, 2020Lake Somerville Trailway, Somerville, TX 77879, USA
White tubelet fungus (Henningsomyces candidus) on rotting Stereum fungus at Lake Somerville Trailway near Birch Creek Unit of Somerville Lake State Park. Texas, December 29, 2020Lake Somerville Trailway, Somerville, TX 77879, USA
White tubelet fungus (Henningsomyces candidus) on a fallen oak at Lake Somerville Trailway near Birch Creek Unit of Somerville Lake State Park. Texas, February 13, 2022Burleson County, Texas, United States
Close-up of white tubelet fungus (Henningsomyces candidus) on a fallen oak at Lake Somerville Trailway near Birch Creek Unit of Somerville Lake State Park. Texas, February 13, 2022Burleson County, Texas, United States
White tubelet mushrooms (Henningsomyces candidus) on underside of an oak log at Lake Somerville Trailway near Birch Creek Unit of Somerville Lake State Park. Texas, January 1, 2023Parkview Drive, Burleson County, Texas, 77863, United States
Close-up of white tubelet mushrooms (Henningsomyces candidus) on underside of an oak log at Lake Somerville Trailway near Birch Creek Unit of Somerville Lake State Park. Texas, January 1, 2023Parkview Drive, Burleson County, Texas, 77863, United States
Spores of white tubelet fungus (Henningsomyces candidus) collected a day before in Somerville Lake State Park. Texas, January 2, 2023
White tubelet mushrooms (Henningsomyces candidus) on an oak log in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, January 15, 2023Racoon Run Trail, College Station, Brazos County, Texas, United States
Close-up of white tubelet mushrooms (Henningsomyces candidus) on an oak log in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, January 15, 2023Racoon Run Trail, College Station, Brazos County, Texas, United States
White tubelet fungus (Henningsomyces candidus) on a log near Pole Creek on North Wilderness Trail of Little Lake Creek Wilderness in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, November 12, 2023Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery County, Texas, United States
Spores of white tubelet mushrooms (Henningsomyces candidus) collected two days before in Hensel Park. College Station, Texas, December 1, 2023The fungus Henningsomyces candidus was observed in East and Central Texas over a period of six years (2017-2023). A total of 26 observations were recorded in various locations, including Bee Creek Park, Hensel Park, Lick Creek Park, Sam Houston National Forest, and Somerville Lake State Park. The fungus was typically found on rotten wood, fallen branches, or logs, often on oak trees. Observations noted the presence of white tubular fruiting bodies, which were sometimes described as "tubelet mushrooms." Some observations also included close-up photos or spore collections. The fungus appears to be widespread in the region and can be found throughout the year, with observations recorded in nearly every month from September to February. Overall, these observations provide a comprehensive record of Henningsomyces candidus in East and Central Texas.
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