Synonyms: Acia nivea, Cristella nivea, Grandinia nivea, Hydnum hypoleucum, Hydnum niveum, Odontia hypoleuca, Odontia microspora, Odontia nivea, Odontia serrata, Radulum calceum, Trechispora hypoleuca, Trechispora hypoleucum, Xylodon niveus.
Trechispora nivea is a species of fungus that belongs to the family Hydnodontaceae. It is a small, white, crust-like fungus that grows on decaying wood. In East and Central Texas, Trechispora nivea has been found on various substrates, including oak and pine logs, typically in moist environments such as streamsides and swamps. The fungus produces tiny, cylindrical spores and has a waxy to velvety texture. It is considered a rare species in the region, with limited collections reported from areas such as the Davy Crockett National Forest and the Lost Maples State Natural Area.
Hydnoid crust fungus Trechispora nivea(?) on underside of a fallen oak branch in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, January 28, 2021
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Hydnoid (tooth) crust fungus Trechispora nivea(?) on underside of a fallen oak branch in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, January 28, 2021Raccoon Run, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Corticioid mushroom Trechispora nivea on an oak log in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, March 2, 2021Raccoon Run, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Texture of corticioid mushroom Trechispora nivea on an oak log in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, March 2, 2021Raccoon Run, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Close-up of corticioid mushroom Trechispora nivea on an oak log in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, March 2, 2021Raccoon Run, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Corticioid mushroom Trechispora nivea with thin margins on an oak log in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, March 2, 2021Raccoon Run, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Corticioid mushroom Trechispora nivea on rotting oak wood in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, March 2, 2021Raccoon Run, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Corticioid mushroom Trechispora nivea on underside of an oak log in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, March 2, 2021Raccoon Run, College Station, TX 77845, USAObservations of Trechispora nivea in East and Central Texas revealed the fungus growing on various oak substrates. In Lick Creek Park, College Station, it was found on the underside of a fallen oak branch, an oak log, and rotting oak wood. The fungus displayed different forms, including hydnoid crust and corticioid mushroom. Close-up observations showed thin margins and distinct textures. Multiple sightings were recorded on March 2, 2021, suggesting a possible peak in growth or fruiting during this time. The fungus was also observed on January 28, 2021, indicating a potentially prolonged growing season. Overall, Trechispora nivea appears to thrive on oak substrates in the region, with varying forms and textures observed across different sightings.
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