Common name: Texas Platterful Mushroom.
Megacollybia texensis is a species of fungus that belongs to the family Marasmiaceae. It is characterized by its large size, with caps reaching up to 10 cm in diameter, and a distinctive texture that is often described as wrinkled or brain-like. In East and Central Texas, Megacollybia texensis typically fruits in the spring, often growing in clusters on decaying wood or rich soil. The fungus has been found in a variety of habitats, including hardwood forests, riparian zones, and urban areas, and is commonly associated with trees such as oak, elm, and willow.
Cap of Megacollybia texensis mushroom on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest near Huntsville, Texas, July 7, 2018
Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Underside of Megacollybia texensis mushroom on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest near Huntsville, Texas, July 7, 2018Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Mushroom Megacollybia texensis under a log in wet area near the creek in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest. Shepherd, Texas, May 30, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Shepherd, TX 77371, USA
Underside of mushrooms Megacollybia texensis under a log in wet area near the creek in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest. Shepherd, Texas, May 30, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Shepherd, TX 77371, USA
Cross section of mushrooms Megacollybia texensis under a log in wet area near the creek in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest. Shepherd, Texas, May 30, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Shepherd, TX 77371, USAObservations of Megacollybia texensis in East and Central Texas reveal its growth habits and characteristics. The mushroom's cap was observed on the Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest near Huntsville, Texas, with a notable appearance on July 7, 2018. The underside of the mushroom was also documented, showcasing its unique features. In wet areas near creeks, such as Big Creek Scenic Area, Megacollybia texensis was found growing under logs, as seen on May 30, 2020. Cross-sections of the mushrooms revealed their internal structure, providing further insight into the species' biology. These observations suggest that Megacollybia texensis thrives in moist environments, often associating with decaying wood and creek ecosystems in East and Central Texas. The fungus appears to be relatively common in these regions, particularly during spring and summer months.
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