Synonyms: Merulius corium, Merulius isoporus, Merulius isosporus, Merulius lividus, Merulius pallens, Merulius phlebioides, Merulius pruni, Merulius rufus, Phlebia butyracea, Phlebia erecta, Serpula rufa, Sesia pallens, Sesia rufa, Xylomyzon isoporum, Xylomyzon isosporum, Xylomyzon rufum.
Phlebia rufa is a species of crust fungus that grows on decaying wood, typically forming semicircular to irregular patches with a reddish-brown to orange-brown upper surface and white to pale yellow underside. In East and Central Texas, it is commonly found on fallen logs, stumps, and dead branches of hardwood trees, particularly oak and elm, from spring to fall. The fungus produces small, cylindrical spores and can be identified by its distinctive coloration and resinous odor.
Corticioid (crust) fungus Phlebia rufa(?) on a cut piece of Mexican plum or may be oak in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, January 21, 2021
Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Texture of corticioid (crust) fungus Phlebia rufa(?) on a cut piece of Mexican plum or may be oak in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, January 21, 2021Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Effused-reflexed corticioid (crust) fungus Phlebia rufa(?) on a cut piece of Mexican plum or may be oak in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, January 21, 2021Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Cap and underside of corticioid (crust) fungus Phlebia rufa(?) on a cut piece of Mexican plum or may be oak in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, January 21, 2021Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Overlapping caps of fungus Phlebia rufa(?) on a cut piece of Mexican plum or may be oak in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, January 21, 2021Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Close-up of both sides of corticioid (crust) fungus Phlebia rufa(?) on a cut piece of Mexican plum or may be oak in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, January 21, 2021Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Close-up of corticioid (crust) fungus Phlebia rufa(?) in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, January 21, 2021Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, TX 77845, USAObservations of Phlebia rufa in East and Central Texas reveal a crust-like fungus growing on cut pieces of Mexican plum or oak. The fungus has a corticioid texture and appears as an effused-reflexed growth. Its cap and underside have been observed, with overlapping caps noted in some cases. Close-up examinations show detailed views of both sides of the fungus, highlighting its characteristics. The observations were made in Lick Creek Park, College Station, Texas, on January 21, 2021, providing a snapshot of Phlebia rufa's appearance and growth habits in this region. The fungus was found to have a distinctive texture and growth pattern, with multiple caps growing in close proximity to one another. Overall, the observations provide insight into the morphology and ecology of Phlebia rufa in East and Central Texas.
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