Synonym: Armillaria raphanica.
Lentinula raphanica is a species of edible mushroom that belongs to the family Omphalotaceae. It is commonly found in East and Central Texas, typically growing in association with the roots of trees, particularly oak and elm. The fungus produces small to medium-sized fruiting bodies with caps that range in color from grayish-brown to tan, and gills that are white to light brown. In Texas, Lentinula raphanica tends to fruit in the spring and fall, often in wooded areas with rich soil and abundant leaf litter.
Saprophyte mushrooms Lentinula raphanica on a rotting log in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, June 6, 2019
Raccoon Run, College Station, TX 77845, USAObservations of Lentinula raphanica in East and Central Texas reveal its presence on decaying organic matter. On June 6, 2019, saprophyte mushrooms were found growing on a rotting log in Lick Creek Park, College Station, Texas. The species was identified by its characteristic features, including a small to medium-sized cap and gills that are attached to the stem. Further observations in the region showed that Lentinula raphanica tends to thrive in shaded, humid areas with abundant decomposing wood. The fungus plays a crucial role in breaking down organic matter and recycling nutrients in these ecosystems. In East and Central Texas, Lentinula raphanica can be found growing on various types of decaying logs, stumps, and other woody debris, highlighting its importance as a saprotrophic species in these environments. Its growth patterns suggest a preference for warm and humid conditions.
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