Synonyms: Alnicola bohemica, Alnicola rubriceps, Naucoria macrospora, Naucoria rubriceps, Naucoria scorpioides.
Naucoria bohemica is a species of fungus that belongs to the family Hymenogastraceae. It is characterized by its small to medium-sized fruiting bodies, which are typically 1-4 cm in diameter, with a bell-shaped to convex cap that is often wrinkled or veined, and a slender stem. The cap is usually reddish-brown to dark brown, while the gills are adnate to sinuate and pale brown. In East and Central Texas, Naucoria bohemica has been found growing in association with oak trees, particularly in areas with rich soil and abundant leaf litter. It typically fruits from late summer to early fall, and can be found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, forests, and urban landscapes.
Brown Cortinarius or may be Naucoria bohemica mushrooms wet muddy area (spore print brown) on South Wilderness Loop Trail at Little Lake Creek Wilderness in Sam Houston National Forest near Richards. Texas, January 1, 2024
Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery County, Texas, 77873, United States
Side view of brown Cortinarius or may be Naucoria bohemica mushrooms wet muddy area (spore print brown) on South Wilderness Loop Trail at Little Lake Creek Wilderness in Sam Houston National Forest near Richards. Texas, January 1, 2024Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery County, Texas, 77873, United States
Cross section of brown Cortinarius or may be Naucoria bohemica mushrooms wet muddy area (spore print brown) on South Wilderness Loop Trail at Little Lake Creek Wilderness in Sam Houston National Forest near Richards. Texas, January 1, 2024Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery County, Texas, 77873, United States
Caps of brown Cortinarius or may be Naucoria bohemica mushrooms wet muddy area on South Wilderness Loop Trail at Little Lake Creek Wilderness in Sam Houston National Forest near Montgomery. Texas, January 1, 2024Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery County, Texas, 77873, United States
Side view of brown Cortinarius or may be Naucoria bohemica mushrooms wet muddy area on South Wilderness Loop Trail at Little Lake Creek Wilderness in Sam Houston National Forest near Montgomery. Texas, January 1, 2024Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery County, Texas, 77873, United States
Underside of brown Cortinarius or may be Naucoria bohemica mushrooms wet muddy area on South Wilderness Loop Trail at Little Lake Creek Wilderness in Sam Houston National Forest near Montgomery. Texas, January 1, 2024Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery County, Texas, 77873, United States
Spores (in KOH) of Naucoria bohemica or Cortinarius mushrooms from wet muddy area, collected in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas, January 1, 2024
Spores (in lugol) of Naucoria bohemica or Cortinarius mushrooms from wet muddy area, collected in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas, January 1, 2024Observations of the fungus Naucoria bohemica in East and Central Texas were made on the South Wilderness Loop Trail at Little Lake Creek Wilderness in Sam Houston National Forest near Richards and Montgomery. The mushrooms were found in wet, muddy areas with brown spore prints. The caps and side views of the mushrooms were observed, as well as cross-sections and underside views. Spores were also collected and examined in KOH and lugol, confirming the possibility of Naucoria bohemica or Cortinarius species. The observations suggest that Naucoria bohemica may thrive in wet, muddy environments in East and Central Texas, particularly in areas with suitable moisture and substrate conditions. The mushrooms' brown coloration and spore prints are notable characteristics, and further study is needed to confirm the identity of the species. Similar observations were made near Montgomery.
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