Extract from Wikipedia article: Psathyrella atrospora is a species of mushroom in the family Psathyrellaceae. Found in North America, it was described as new to science in 1972 by mycologist Alexander H. Smith.
Psathyrella atrospora is a small to medium-sized fungus with a bell-shaped cap that ranges in color from dark brown to black, often with a lighter brown or grayish-brown center. The gills are crowded and attached to the stem, which is typically slender and hairy. In East and Central Texas, Psathyrella atrospora has been found growing in clusters on rich soil, rotten wood, and other organic matter, particularly in wooded areas and along streams. It fruits from spring to fall, with peak activity during the summer months. The fungus is considered inedible due to its small size and potential for confusion with other species.
Brittlestem mushrooms Psathyrella atrospora on wood chips in Bee Creek Park. College Station, Texas, November 3, 2017
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Brittlestem mushrooms Psathyrella atrospora on a trail in Bee Creek Park. College Station, Texas, November 3, 20171601 Valley View Dr, College Station, TX 77840, USA
Caps of brittlestem mushrooms Psathyrella atrospora in Bee Creek Park. College Station, Texas, November 3, 20171601 Valley View Dr, College Station, TX 77840, USA
Brittlestem mushrooms Psathyrella atrospora growing on wood chips on a trail in Bee Creek Park. College Station, Texas, November 3, 2017Anderson St, College Station, TX 77840, USA
Brittlestem mushrooms Psathyrella atrospora growing on a trail in Bee Creek Park. College Station, Texas, November 3, 2017Anderson St, College Station, TX 77840, USA
Brittlegill mushroom Psathyrella atrospora in Bee Creek Park. College Station, Texas, December 21, 20172003 Longmire Ct, College Station, TX 77840, USA
Brittlegill mushrooms Psathyrella atrospora in Bee Creek Park. College Station, Texas, December 21, 2017Anderson St, College Station, TX 77840, USA
Brittlestem mushrooms Psathyrella atrospora on wood chips on a path in bushes in Bee Creek Park. College Station, Texas, November 11, 20211899, Anderson Street, College Station, Brazos County, Texas, 77840, United States
Side view of brittlestem mushrooms Psathyrella atrospora on wood chips in Bee Creek Park. College Station, Texas, November 11, 20211899, Anderson Street, College Station, Brazos County, Texas, 77840, United States
Close-up of brittlestem mushrooms Psathyrella atrospora in Bee Creek Park. College Station, Texas, November 11, 20211899, Anderson Street, College Station, Brazos County, Texas, 77840, United StatesObservations of Psathyrella atrospora in East and Central Texas show that the fungus grows on wood chips and trails in Bee Creek Park, College Station. On November 3, 2017, it was found on wood chips and trails, with caps visible. Similar observations were made on December 21, 2017, and again on November 11, 2021, with the fungus growing on wood chips on paths and in bushes. The mushrooms were also found growing directly on trails. Close-up and side views of the brittlestem mushrooms were observed, showcasing their characteristics. The consistent presence of Psathyrella atrospora in Bee Creek Park over multiple years suggests that it is a common species in the area, thriving in environments with wood chips and moist trails. Its growth patterns and habitats were consistently documented across different observations.
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