Synonyms: Agaricus nanus, Agaricus romellii, Pluteus lutescens, Pluteus nanus, Pluteus splendidus.
Common name: goldleaf shield.
Pluteus romellii is a species of fungus that belongs to the family Pluteaceae. It has a medium-sized cap, typically 3-6 cm in diameter, with a brown to grayish-brown color and a velvety texture. The gills are free from the stem and pinkish-gray in color. In East and Central Texas, Pluteus romellii has been found growing on decaying wood, particularly on hardwoods such as oak and maple, in a variety of habitats including forests, woodlands, and urban areas. Fruitings typically occur from spring to fall, with peak activity during the summer months.
Caps of mushrooms Pluteus romellii near a fallen and burned oak tree near Pole Creek on North Wilderness Trail of Little Lake Creek Wilderness in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, March 27, 2024
Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery County, Texas, United States
Mushrooms Pluteus romellii near a fallen and burned oak tree near Pole Creek on North Wilderness Trail of Little Lake Creek Wilderness in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, March 27, 2024Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery County, Texas, United States
Gills of a mushroom Pluteus romellii near a fallen and burned oak tree near Pole Creek on North Wilderness Trail of Little Lake Creek Wilderness in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, March 27, 2024Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery County, Texas, United StatesObservations of Pluteus romellii in East and Central Texas revealed the fungus growing near a fallen and burned oak tree. The caps of the mushrooms were found on March 27, 2024, near Pole Creek on North Wilderness Trail of Little Lake Creek Wilderness in Sam Houston National Forest. Full-grown mushrooms with caps and gills were also observed at the same location. The gills of the mushroom were specifically noted, indicating a mature stage of development. The presence of Pluteus romellii near a burned oak tree suggests that the fungus may be associated with fire-damaged or decaying wood. These observations provide insight into the habitat and growth patterns of Pluteus romellii in East and Central Texas. The specific location within Sam Houston National Forest highlights the diversity of fungal species in this region.
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