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Fungi: Basidiomycota: Agaricomycetes: Polyporales: Polyporaceae: Picipes melanopus (Pers.) Zmitr. & Kovalenko

Picipes melanopus

Synonyms: Boletus infundibuliformis, Boletus melanopus, Leucoporus melanopus, Melanopus varius, Pelloporus melanopus, Polyporellus cyathoides, Polyporellus fissus, Polyporellus infundibuliformis, Polyporellus melanopus, Polyporus fissus, Polyporus flavescens, Polyporus groenlandicus, Polyporus infundibuliformis, Polyporus lithophyllodes, Polyporus melanopus, Polyporus subradicatus, Scutiger subradicatus.

Extract from Wikipedia article: Picipes melanopus is a species of mushroom in the family Polyporaceae. It can be found growing on dead wood, or from a submerged sclerotium, from spring through fall.

AI-generated description

Picipes melanopus is a species of fungus in the family Polyporaceae. It is characterized by its annual to biennial growth habit, with a cap that ranges from 2-8 cm in diameter, and a stipe that measures 1-4 cm long and 0.5-1.5 cm wide. The cap is typically dark brown to black, while the pores are white to cream-colored. In East and Central Texas, Picipes melanopus can be found growing on the ground in association with oak trees, particularly in areas with rich soil and abundant leaf litter. It fruits from spring to fall, with a peak in summer months.

Photos of this mushroom from East and Central Texas

Polypore mushroom <B>Picipes melanopus</B> (Polyporus melanopus) on a piece of hardwood, deep in a forest, possibly area of old homestead in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. Washington, Texas, <A HREF="../date-en/2024-05-15.htm">May 15, 2024</A>
LinkPolypore mushroom Picipes melanopus (Polyporus melanopus) on a piece of hardwood, deep in a forest, possibly area of old homestead in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. Washington, Texas, May 15, 2024
Location on mapsWashington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site, 23400, Park Road 12, Washington, Washington County, Texas, 77880, United States
Cap of polypore mushroom <B>Picipes melanopus</B> (Polyporus melanopus) in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. Washington, Texas, <A HREF="../date-en/2024-05-15.htm">May 15, 2024</A>
LinkCap of polypore mushroom Picipes melanopus (Polyporus melanopus) in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. Washington, Texas, May 15, 2024
Location on mapsWashington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site, 23400, Park Road 12, Washington, Washington County, Texas, 77880, United States
Pores of mushroom <B>Picipes melanopus</B> (Polyporus melanopus) (cap is thin around 2mm, pore layer occupies 2/3 of thickness) in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. Washington, Texas, <A HREF="../date-en/2024-05-15.htm">May 15, 2024</A>
LinkPores of mushroom Picipes melanopus (Polyporus melanopus) (cap is thin around 2mm, pore layer occupies 2/3 of thickness) in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. Washington, Texas, May 15, 2024
Location on mapsWashington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site, 23400, Park Road 12, Washington, Washington County, Texas, 77880, United States
Underside of polypore mushroom <B>Picipes melanopus</B> (Polyporus melanopus) in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. Washington, Texas, <A HREF="../date-en/2024-05-15.htm">May 15, 2024</A>
LinkUnderside of polypore mushroom Picipes melanopus (Polyporus melanopus) in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. Washington, Texas, May 15, 2024
Location on mapsWashington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site, 23400, Park Road 12, Washington, Washington County, Texas, 77880, United States
Side view of polypore mushroom <B>Picipes melanopus</B> (Polyporus melanopus) in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. Washington, Texas, <A HREF="../date-en/2024-05-15.htm">May 15, 2024</A>
LinkSide view of polypore mushroom Picipes melanopus (Polyporus melanopus) in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. Washington, Texas, May 15, 2024
Location on mapsWashington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site, 23400, Park Road 12, Washington, Washington County, Texas, 77880, United States
Spores of polypore mushroom <B>Picipes melanopus</B> (Polyporus melanopus) collected in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. Washington, Texas, May 15, 2024
LinkSpores of polypore mushroom Picipes melanopus (Polyporus melanopus) collected in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. Washington, Texas, May 15, 2024

AI-generated summary of observations

Observations of the fungus Picipes melanopus in East and Central Texas reveal its growth on hardwood in deep forest areas, such as the Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. The cap of the mushroom is relatively thin, around 2mm, with the pore layer occupying approximately 2/3 of its thickness. The underside of the mushroom features prominent pores. Side views of the mushroom showcase its shape and size. Spore collection from the site provides further insight into the fungus's characteristics. The observations suggest that Picipes melanopus thrives in wooded areas with abundant hardwood, highlighting its presence in specific ecosystems within East and Central Texas. Detailed examination of the mushroom's cap, pores, and spores contributes to a better understanding of this species' morphology and habitat preferences.

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