Synonyms: Paxillus curtisii, Pseudomerulius curtisii.
Meiorganum curtisii is a species of fungus that belongs to the family Agaricaceae. It is characterized by its small to medium-sized fruiting bodies, typically 1-4 cm in diameter, with a rounded to convex cap and a slender stipe. The cap is often yellowish-brown to reddish-brown, while the gills are crowded and pale yellow. In East and Central Texas, Meiorganum curtisii has been found growing in association with various tree species, including oak and pine, in a range of habitats, from woodland edges to urban landscapes. It typically fruits from spring to fall, often in small groups or clusters.
Mushrooms Pseudomerulius curtisii (Meiorganum curtisii) under a pine log on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, January 12, 2020
Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Gills of mushrooms Pseudomerulius curtisii (Meiorganum curtisii) under a pine log on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, January 12, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Underside of mushrooms Pseudomerulius curtisii (Meiorganum curtisii) under a pine log on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, January 12, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Orange caps of mushrooms Pseudomerulius curtisii (Meiorganum curtisii) under a pine log on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, January 12, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Mushrooms Pseudomerulius curtisii (Meiorganum curtisii) growing under a pine log on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, January 12, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Details of mushrooms Pseudomerulius curtisii (Meiorganum curtisii) under a pine log on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, January 12, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Gills texture of mushrooms Pseudomerulius curtisii (Meiorganum curtisii) under a pine log on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, January 12, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Velvety caps of mushrooms Pseudomerulius curtisii (Meiorganum curtisii) under a pine log on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, January 12, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Cluster of mushrooms Pseudomerulius curtisii (Meiorganum curtisii) under a fallen pine on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, January 12, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Texture of mushrooms Pseudomerulius curtisii (Meiorganum curtisii) on a pine log on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, April 2, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Mushrooms Pseudomerulius curtisii (Meiorganum curtisii) under a pine log on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, April 2, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USAIn East and Central Texas, specifically in the Sam Houston National Forest, observations of Meiorganum curtisii were made under pine logs on the Caney Creek section of the Lone Star Hiking Trail. The mushrooms were found to have orange caps with a velvety texture, and their gills had a distinct texture. They grew in clusters under fallen pines and pine logs, suggesting a preference for this type of habitat. Observations were made on two separate dates, January 12, 2020, and April 2, 2020, indicating that the fungus can be present in the area during different times of the year. The detailed observations included photographs of the mushrooms' caps, gills, and texture, providing a comprehensive view of Meiorganum curtisii in this region. The fungus appeared to thrive in the forest's environment, with multiple sightings under pine logs.
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