Synonyms: Dictyopanus copelandii, Dictyopanus gloeocystidiatus, Dictyopanus pusillus, Dictyopanus rhipidium, Dictyopanus subpulverulentus, Favolaschia guaranitica, Favolaschia rhipidium, Favolaschia subpulverulenta, Favolus granulosus, Favolus pusillus, Favolus rhipidium, Favolus subpulverulentus, Gloeoporus guaraniticus, Gloeoporus pusillus, Gloeoporus rhipidium, Laschia guaranitica, Panellus copelandii, Panellus gloeocystidiatus, Polyporus diminutus, Polyporus rhipidium, Polyporus subpulverulentus.
Common name: little pin pong bats.
Extract from Wikipedia article: Panellus pusillus is a species of fungus in the family Mycenaceae. A widely distributed species, it has been recorded in Australia, Asia, Europe, North America, and South America.
Panellus pusillus is a small to medium-sized, fan-shaped or semicircular fungus that grows on decaying wood, particularly oak and other hardwoods. In East and Central Texas, it typically fruits from spring to fall, often in shaded, moist areas. The cap is 1-4 cm wide, wavy or lobed, and ranges in color from pale brown to grayish-brown, sometimes with a bluish tint. The gills are narrow, crowded, and descend the stem, which is short, stout, and hairy. Panellus pusillus is widely distributed in the region, including in forests, woodlands, and urban areas, where it can be found on logs, stumps, and other decaying wood substrates.
Small mushrooms Panellus pusillus on a split rotting tree, could be holly or magnolia, in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest near Shepherd. Texas, October 3, 2021
Lone Star Hiking Trail, Coldspring, TX 77331, USA
Close-up of small mushrooms Panellus pusillus on a split rotting tree in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest near Shepherd. Texas, October 3, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, San Jacinto County, Texas, United States
Underside of small mushrooms Panellus pusillus on a split rotting tree in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest near Shepherd. Texas, October 3, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, San Jacinto County, Texas, United StatesIn East and Central Texas, observations of the fungus Panellus pusillus were made in the Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest near Shepherd. The small mushrooms were found growing on a split rotting tree, potentially holly or magnolia, on October 3, 2021. Upon closer inspection, the mushrooms' caps and stems were visible, showcasing their small size. The underside of the mushrooms was also observed, revealing their gill-like structures. These observations provide insight into the habitat and growth patterns of Panellus pusillus in this region, highlighting its association with decaying wood and specific tree species. The detailed documentation of these findings contributes to a better understanding of this fungus's ecology in East and Central Texas. The specific location and date of the observation suggest that Panellus pusillus may be active during the fall season in this area.
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