Marasmius delectans is a small to medium-sized mushroom with a bell-shaped to convex cap that ranges in color from white to pale brown, often with a darker center. The gills are narrow and crowded, and the stem is slender and hollow. In East and Central Texas, Marasmius delectans typically fruits in late summer to early fall, often in association with oak and other hardwood trees. It can be found growing solitary or in small groups on rich soil, decaying wood, and leaf litter in wooded areas. The fungus is considered edible and has a sweet, nutty flavor.
Small mushrooms Marasmius delectans(?) growing on pine litter near Pole Creek on North Wilderness Trail of Little Lake Creek Wilderness in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, August 20, 2022
Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery County, Texas, United States
Close-up of small mushrooms Marasmius delectans(?) on fallen pine needles near Pole Creek on North Wilderness Trail of Little Lake Creek Wilderness in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, August 20, 2022Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery County, Texas, United States
Spores of small mushrooms Marasmius delectans(?) from pine litter collected near Pole Creek in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, August 20, 2022Observations of the fungus Marasmius delectans in East and Central Texas revealed its growth on pine litter. On August 20, 2022, small mushrooms were found growing on fallen pine needles near Pole Creek in the Little Lake Creek Wilderness area of Sam Houston National Forest, north of Montgomery, Texas. A close-up examination showed the mushrooms' detailed structure on the pine litter. Spores from these mushrooms were collected for further study, providing insight into the species' characteristics and habits. The fungus was observed to thrive in this specific environment, suggesting a preference for pine litter as a substrate. The collection of spores allowed for a more detailed analysis of the fungus's morphology and potential identification confirmation. These findings contribute to a better understanding of Marasmius delectans' distribution and ecology in East and Central Texas.
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