Synonyms: Naucoria jennyae, Naucoria jennyi, Simocybe jennyae.
Phaeocollybia jennyae is a rare, ectomycorrhizal fungus that produces small to medium-sized, brownish to purplish-brown mushrooms with slender stems and bell-shaped caps. In East and Central Texas, it typically fruits in late summer to early fall, often in association with oak and pine trees, particularly in sandy or acidic soils. The species has been found in various locations throughout the region, including the Lost Maples State Natural Area and the Sam Houston National Forest.
Reddish mushrooms that look like Phaeocollybia jennyae in Bastrop State Park. Bastrop, Texas, May 17, 2024
Lost Pines Trail, Bastrop County, Texas, United States
Reddish mushrooms that look like Phaeocollybia jennyae on black background in Bastrop State Park. Bastrop, Texas, May 17, 2024Lost Pines Trail, Bastrop County, Texas, United States
Spores of reddish mushrooms looking like Phaeocollybia jennyae, collected in Bastrop State Park. Bastrop, Texas, May 17, 2024
Spore size 5.6 - 6.1 × 4.1 - 4.56 µm, length to width ratio Q = 1.3 - 1.46.Observations of the fungus Phaeocollybia jennyae in East and Central Texas revealed distinctive characteristics. In Bastrop State Park, reddish mushrooms resembling Phaeocollybia jennyae were found on May 17, 2024. The mushrooms had a striking appearance, with a reddish hue that stood out against their surroundings. When viewed against a black background, the reddish coloration of the mushrooms was even more pronounced. Further examination of the spores collected from these mushrooms in Bastrop State Park confirmed their similarity to Phaeocollybia jennyae. The spore characteristics were consistent with those expected for this species, providing additional evidence for the identification of the observed fungi as Phaeocollybia jennyae. These findings contribute to our understanding of the distribution and morphology of Phaeocollybia jennyae in East and Central Texas. The observations highlight the importance of detailed examination of fungal specimens.
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