Close up of corticioid fungus Leucogyrophana olivascens (Penttilamyces olivascens, or Serpula, Coniophora) on underside of a pine log on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas

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Sam Houston Forest, Texas, September 7 - 14, 2019

Album 2563: Sam Houston Forest, Texas, September 7 - 14, 2019

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The image presents a close-up view of a corticioid fungus, specifically Leucogyrophana olivascens (Penttilamyces olivascens or Serpula, Coniophora), growing on the underside of a pine log in Sam Houston National Forest, Texas.

**Fungal Characteristics**

* The fungus exhibits a pale yellowish-brown color with a soft, fluffy texture.
* It covers most of the surface of the pine log, forming a dense mat-like growth.
* Some areas display more vibrant yellow tones, while others appear lighter or almost white.

**Background and Context**

* In the background, the underside of the pine log is visible, providing context for the fungus's habitat.
* The overall atmosphere suggests a natural setting, possibly in a forest or woodland area.

**Visual Details**

* The image provides an intimate view of the fungus's intricate details, showcasing its unique texture and coloration.
* The close-up perspective allows the viewer to appreciate the fungus's morphology and growth patterns. – AI vision

🇪🇸 Descripción en español / Spanish Description

Un plano cercano del hongo corticiod Leucogyrophana olivascens (Penttilamyces olivascens, o Serpula, Coniophora) en la parte inferior de un tronco de pino en la sección Caney Creek del Sendero para excursionistas Lone Star en el Bosque Nacional Sam Houston al norte de Montgomery. Texas, 14 de septiembre de 2019. La imagen presenta una vista cercana de un hongo corticiod, específicamente Leucogyrophana olivascens (Penttilamyces olivascens o Serpula, Coniophora), creciendo en la parte inferior de un tronco de pino en el Bosque Nacional Sam Houston, Texas. **Características del hongo** * El hongo presenta un color pardo amarillento pálido con una textura suave y esponjosa. * Cubre la mayor parte de la superficie del tronco de pino, formando un crecimiento similar a una estera denso. * Algunas áreas muestran tonos amarillos más vibrantes, mientras que otras parecen más claras o casi blancas. **Antecedentes y contexto** * En el fondo, la parte inferior del tronco de pino está visible, proporcionando contexto para el hábitat del hongo. * La atmósfera general sugiere un entorno natural, posiblemente en un bosque o área boscosa. **Detalles visuales** * La imagen proporciona una vista íntima de los detalles complejos del hongo, mostrando su textura y coloración únicas. * La perspectiva cercana permite al espectador apreciar la morfología y los patrones de crecimiento del hongo. – Spanish translation

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