Synonyms: Agaricus ovinus, Camarophyllus ovinus, Hygrocybe nitiosa, Hygrophorus nitiosus, Hygrophorus ovinus, Neohygrocybe ovina.
Common name: blushing waxcap.
Hygrocybe ovina is a small to medium-sized mushroom with a convex to flat cap, typically 1-4 cm in diameter, ranging in color from pale yellow to orange-brown. The gills are waxy and narrowly attached to the stem. In East and Central Texas, it is often found in grassy areas, lawns, and open woods, particularly in association with oak and pine trees, typically fruiting from September to November. The species is relatively common in the region, but can be overlooked due to its small size and humble appearance.
Waxcap mushrooms Hygrocybe ovina (Neohygrocybe ovina)(?) under small oaks in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, January 15, 2020
Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Gills of waxcap mushrooms Hygrocybe ovina (Neohygrocybe ovina)(?) under small oaks in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, January 15, 2020Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Waxcap mushroom Hygrocybe ovina (Neohygrocybe ovina)(?) under small oaks in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, January 21, 2021Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Side view of waxcap mushroom Hygrocybe ovina (Neohygrocybe ovina)(?) under small oaks in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, January 21, 2021Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Gills of waxcap mushroom Hygrocybe ovina (Neohygrocybe ovina)(?) under small oaks in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, January 21, 2021Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Close-up of waxcap mushroom Hygrocybe ovina (Neohygrocybe ovina)(?) under small oaks in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, January 21, 2021Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Cross section of waxcap mushroom Hygrocybe ovina (Neohygrocybe ovina)(?) under small oaks in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, January 21, 2021Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, TX 77845, USAIn East and Central Texas, specifically at Lick Creek Park in College Station, observations of the fungus Hygrocybe ovina were made on multiple occasions. The mushrooms were found growing under small oaks, with sightings recorded on January 15, 2020, and January 21, 2021. The observed specimens had distinctive gills, which were documented in various photographs. Close-up images and cross-sections of the mushrooms were also taken, providing detailed views of their structure. The mushrooms appeared to thrive in the park's environment, with multiple sightings indicating a possible habitat preference for the area under small oaks. The observations suggest that Hygrocybe ovina may be a common species in this region, particularly during the winter months.
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