Synonyms: Naematelia frondosa, Phaeotremella pseudofoliacea, Tremella frondosa, Tremella nigrescens.
Phaeotremella frondosa is a species of fungus that belongs to the family Tremellaceae. It is a jelly fungus that grows on decaying wood, typically appearing as a brain-like or leaf-like structure with a brown to grayish-brown color. In East and Central Texas, Phaeotremella frondosa has been found in various forests, including those dominated by oak, pine, and cedar trees. It tends to fruit in the spring and fall, often after heavy rainfall, and can be commonly encountered on fallen logs, stumps, and other decaying wood substrates.
Leafy brain mushrooms (Phaeotremella frondosa, Phaeotremella foliacea) on a branch together with Stereum subtomentosum(?) on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest near Huntsville, Texas, April 22, 2018
Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Leaf-like lobes of jelly fungus Phaeotremella frondosa on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, August 6, 2021LSHT Little Lake Creek Loop, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Jelly fungus Phaeotremella frondosa on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, August 6, 2021LSHT Little Lake Creek Loop, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Leaf-like jelly fungus Phaeotremella frondosa on a fallen tree branch on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, August 6, 2021LSHT Little Lake Creek Loop, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Brown gelatinous lobes of jelly fungus Phaeotremella frondosa on a fallen tree branch on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, August 6, 2021LSHT Little Lake Creek Loop, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Brown gelatinous lobes of jelly fungus Phaeotremella frondosa on wood on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, August 6, 2021LSHT Little Lake Creek Loop, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Leaf-like lobes of jelly fungus Phaeotremella frondosa on wood on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, August 6, 2021LSHT Little Lake Creek Loop, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Jelly fungus Phaeotremella frondosa on a fallen stick in Little Thicket Nature Sanctuary. Cleveland, Texas, March 25, 2023San Jacinto County, Texas, United States
Close-up of jelly fungus Phaeotremella frondosa on a fallen stick in Little Thicket Nature Sanctuary. Cleveland, Texas, March 25, 2023San Jacinto County, Texas, United StatesPhaeotremella frondosa was observed in East and Central Texas, specifically in Sam Houston National Forest and Little Thicket Nature Sanctuary. The fungus was found growing on various substrates, including branches, fallen tree trunks, and sticks. Observations were made during different times of the year, with sightings in April, August, and March. The fungus exhibited characteristic leaf-like or lobed structures, often with a brown or gelatinous appearance. In some cases, it was found growing alongside other fungi, such as Stereum subtomentosum. The observations suggest that Phaeotremella frondosa is present in the region and can be found in various habitats, including forests and nature sanctuaries. The fungus's growth patterns and appearances were consistent across different locations and times of observation.
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