Lepiota phaeostictiformis is a small to medium-sized mushroom with a brownish-gray cap, typically 1-3 cm in diameter, and a slender stem. It has a distinctive appearance with darker brown scales or patches on the cap. In East and Central Texas, it can be found growing solitary or in groups on soil, often in wooded areas, particularly under oak and pine trees, during the fall season, from September to November. The fungus is considered rare in the region, but can be locally common in certain areas with suitable habitat.
Small mushroom Lepiota phaeostictiformis with black scales on a cap on Lone Star Hiking Trail south from Stubblefield Campground in Sam Houston National Forest. Huntsville, Texas, October 13, 2018
Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Lepiota phaeostictiformis mushrooms with black scales on a cap on rotten pine wood on Lone Star Hiking Trail south from Stubblefield Campground in Sam Houston National Forest. Huntsville, Texas, October 13, 2018Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USAObservations of Lepiota phaeostictiformis in East and Central Texas reveal the fungus grows in specific environments. On the Lone Star Hiking Trail south from Stubblefield Campground in Sam Houston National Forest, small mushrooms with black scales on their caps were found. The species was observed growing directly on the ground and on rotten pine wood, suggesting a preference for decaying organic matter. The sightings occurred in October 2018, indicating a possible fall fruiting period for the species in this region. The presence of Lepiota phaeostictiformis on both soil and rotten wood suggests adaptability in its growth habits, allowing it to thrive in various substrates within its habitat. These observations contribute to understanding the ecological preferences and distribution of Lepiota phaeostictiformis in East and Central Texas. The species seems to be associated with wooded areas, specifically those with pine trees.
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