Synonyms: Agaricus trullisatus, Clitocybe trullisata.
Common name: Sandy Laccaria.
Laccaria trullisata is a small to medium-sized mushroom with a reddish-brown to yellowish-brown cap and white to pale yellow gills. It grows in association with oak and pine trees. In East and Central Texas, it typically fruits from summer to fall, often in sandy soils and wooded areas, particularly under post oak and loblolly pine. The fungus is relatively common in the region, with specimens found in a variety of habitats, including woodland edges, savannas, and along streams.
Sand dune mushrooms (Laccaria trullisata) on a small pile of sand behind information board at a trailhead on Richards Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas, March 21, 2021
Lone Star Hiking Trail, Richards, TX 77873, USA
Underside of sand dune mushrooms (Laccaria trullisata) on a small pile of sand behind information board at a trailhead on Richards Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas, March 21, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, Richards, TX 77873, USA
Cross section of sand dune mushrooms (Laccaria trullisata) on a small pile of sand behind information board at a trailhead on Richards Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas, March 21, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, Richards, TX 77873, USAObservations of Laccaria trullisata in East and Central Texas reveal the fungus growing on a small pile of sand behind an information board at a trailhead on Richards Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. On March 21, 2021, the mushrooms were found with distinctive features, including their appearance from above, showcasing their unique shape. The underside of the mushrooms was also observed, revealing their gill structure. A cross-section of the mushroom provided further insight into its internal composition. The specific location and timing of the observation suggest that Laccaria trullisata may thrive in sandy environments with potentially limited nutrient availability. The presence of this species in Sam Houston National Forest highlights the diversity of fungal life in East and Central Texas ecosystems, particularly in areas with unique soil compositions like sand dunes.
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