Strobilomyces confusus is a species of bolete fungus that grows in association with oak trees. In East and Central Texas, it typically fruits from May to October, producing dark brown to black caps with white to pale yellow pores underneath. The stems are usually stout and reticulate, with a distinctive network pattern. This fungus can be found in wooded areas, particularly under live oaks and other deciduous trees, where it plays a role in decomposing organic matter and forming symbiotic relationships with tree roots.
Old man of the woods mushroom (Strobilomyces confusus) on Little Lake Creek Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Richards, Texas, October 19, 2013
Little Lake Creek Loop Trail, Sam Houston National Forest, Montgomery, TX 77356, USAObservations of Strobilomyces confusus in East and Central Texas reveal that this fungus can be found in wooded areas, particularly in national forests. On the Little Lake Creek Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest, Richards, Texas, the Old Man of the Woods mushroom was spotted on October 19, 2013. This sighting suggests that the species thrives in the region's temperate climate and deciduous forest habitat. The fungus is likely to fruit in the fall season, as evidenced by this observation in mid-October. Further study may reveal more about the specific ecological conditions that support the growth of Strobilomyces confusus in East and Central Texas, including the types of tree species it associates with and the soil conditions it prefers. This information can inform efforts to conserve and manage habitats for this unique fungal species.
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