Synonyms: Amanita praegraveolens, Lepiota praegraveolens.
Saproamanita praegraveolens is a species of mushroom in the family Amanitaceae. It has a distinctive appearance with a grayish-brown cap and white gills. In East and Central Texas, it typically fruits from May to October, often in association with oak trees. The fungus can be found growing solitary or in small groups on the ground in wooded areas, particularly in rich soils with abundant organic matter. Its distribution in this region includes woodland edges, floodplains, and riparian zones, where it plays a role as a decomposer and possibly forms mycorrhizal relationships with tree roots.
Amanita sect. Lepidella mushroom with scales, probably Saproamanita praegraveolens (Amanita praegraveolens) or Saproamanita nauseosa on a lake dam in Lake Bryan Park. Bryan, Texas, October 18, 2013
8242, Sandy Point Road, Bryan, Brazos County, Texas, 77807, United StatesObservations of the fungus Saproamanita praegraveolens in East and Central Texas reveal its presence in specific environments. On a lake dam in Lake Bryan Park, Bryan, Texas, an Amanita sect. Lepidella mushroom with scales was identified, likely being Saproamanita praegraveolens or Saproamanita nauseosa, on October 18, 2013. This sighting suggests the species can thrive near water bodies. The fungus's appearance in this region may be associated with particular tree species or soil types. Further observations are needed to determine its distribution and habits in East and Central Texas. The discovery of Saproamanita praegraveolens in this area contributes to the understanding of its range and ecological preferences, highlighting the importance of continued mycological research in the region. Specific habitats and potential symbiotic relationships with other organisms may also be relevant to its growth and survival.
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