Synonyms: Sebacina pallida, Thelephora pallida, Thelephora schweinitzii, Tremellodendron pallidum, Tremellodendron schweinitzii.
Common name: jellied false coral.
Sebacina schweinitzii is a mycorrhizal fungus that forms associations with plant roots. In East and Central Texas, it has been found to be associated with various tree species, including oak, pine, and cedar. The fungus produces coral-like fruiting bodies that are typically yellow to orange in color and can grow up to 10 cm in size. It is often found growing on the ground or on decaying wood in wooded areas, particularly in regions with rich soil and ample moisture. Molecular studies have confirmed its presence in several counties in East and Central Texas, including Travis, Bastrop, and Houston counties.
False coral mushrooms (Tremellodendron schweinitzii, Sebacina schweinitzii) on Four Notch Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Huntsville, Texas, May 11, 2008
False coral fungus (Tremellodendron schweinitzii, Sebacina schweinitzii) on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest, near Huntsville. Texas, May 26, 2018
Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Upper view of false coral fungus (Tremellodendron schweinitzii, Sebacina schweinitzii) on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest, near Huntsville. Texas, May 26, 2018Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Mushrooms Sebacina schweinitzii (Tremellodendron schweinitzii)(?) growing between grass stems on Little Lake Creek Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Richards, Texas, October 20, 2018Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
False coral fungus (Tremellodendron schweinitzii, Sebacina schweinitzii) on Little Lake Creek Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Richards, Texas, November 11, 2018Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
False coral mushrooms (Tremellodendron schweinitzii, Sebacina schweinitzii) on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest near Huntsville. Texas, June 7, 2019Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
False coral fungus (Tremellodendron schweinitzii, Sebacina schweinitzii) on Little Lake Creek Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Richards, Texas, June 29, 2019Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
False coral fungus (Tremellodendron schweinitzii, Sebacina schweinitzii) in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, June 30, 2019Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, TX 77845, USA
False coral fungus (Tremellodendron schweinitzii, Sebacina schweinitzii) on Lone Star Hiking Trail near Pole Creek in Sam Houston National Forest. Richards, Texas, July 20, 2019Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery County, Texas, United States
Young false coral mushrooms Sebacina schweinitzii (Tremellodendron schweinitzii) on Richards Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas, April 6, 2020Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Upper view of false coral fungus (Tremellodendron schweinitzii, Sebacina schweinitzii) on Richards Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas, April 20, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
False coral fungus (Tremellodendron schweinitzii, Sebacina schweinitzii) on Richards Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas, April 20, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Jellied false coral fungus (Tremellodendron schweinitzii, Sebacina schweinitzii) in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest. Shepherd, Texas, May 30, 2020Big Creek Trail, Shepherd, TX 77371, USA
Young jellied false coral mushrooms (Tremellodendron schweinitzii, Sebacina schweinitzii)(?) on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, June 7, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Partially dry jellied false coral mushroom (Tremellodendron schweinitzii, Sebacina schweinitzii) in area of Winters Bayou in Sam Houston National Forest, east from Waverly. Texas, June 11, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Cleveland, TX 77328, USA
Jellied false coral mushroom (Tremellodendron schweinitzii, Sebacina schweinitzii) grown in area of recent prescribed burn in area of Winters Bayou in Sam Houston National Forest, east from Waverly. Texas, June 11, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Cleveland, TX 77328, USA
Side view of jellied false coral mushroom (Tremellodendron schweinitzii, Sebacina schweinitzii) in area of Winters Bayou in Sam Houston National Forest, east from Waverly. Texas, June 11, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Cleveland, TX 77328, USA
Dried tips of jellied false coral mushroom (Tremellodendron schweinitzii, Sebacina schweinitzii) in area of Winters Bayou in Sam Houston National Forest, east from Waverly. Texas, June 11, 2020Forest Service Rd 274E, Cleveland, TX 77328, USA
Cut by halves jellied false coral mushroom (Tremellodendron schweinitzii, Sebacina schweinitzii) in area of Winters Bayou in Sam Houston National Forest, east from Waverly. Texas, June 11, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Cleveland, TX 77328, USA
Small jellied false coral mushrooms (Tremellodendron schweinitzii, Sebacina schweinitzii) growing on sticks on a trail in area of Winters Bayou in Sam Houston National Forest, east from Waverly. Texas, June 11, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Cleveland, TX 77328, USA
Jellied false coral fungus (Sebacina schweinitzii) on Stubblefield section of Lone Star hiking trail north from Trailhead No. 6 in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas, September 18, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Jellied false coral mushrooms (Sebacina schweinitzii) on Richards Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas, June 2, 2021Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Young jellied false coral mushrooms (Sebacina schweinitzii) on Richards Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas, June 2, 2021Forest Rd 203, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Jellied false coral mushrooms (Sebacina schweinitzii) on a trail covered by pine needles on Richards Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas, June 2, 2021Forest Rd 203, Montgomery, TX 77356, USA
Jellied false coral mushrooms (Sebacina schweinitzii) on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, June 5, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, Montgomery, TX 77356, USAThe fungus Sebacina schweinitzii, also known as false coral mushroom, was observed in East and Central Texas between 2008 and 2021. The majority of sightings were in Sam Houston National Forest, specifically on trails such as Four Notch Loop, Caney Creek, Little Lake Creek Loop, and Richards Loop. The fungus was found growing on the ground, on sticks, and on pine needles. Observations were made during various months, including May, June, July, September, October, and November. The sightings suggest that Sebacina schweinitzii is relatively common in the region and can be found in different habitats. The observations also provide information on the fungus's appearance, growth habits, and potential substrates. Overall, these observations contribute to our understanding of the distribution and ecology of Sebacina schweinitzii in East and Central Texas.
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