Texture of black jelly roll fungus (Exidia glandulosa) on a fallen elm(?) on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, January 12, 2020

**Step 1: Understanding the Image**

The image shows a close-up view of a dark-colored, jelly-like substance that is likely a type of fungus. The texture appears to be irregular and slightly wrinkled.

**Step 2: Identifying the Fungus**

Based on the description provided in the caption, it can be inferred that this fungus is an example of Exidia glandulosa, commonly known as black jelly roll fungus.

**Step 3: Analyzing the Environment**

The image was taken near a fallen elm tree trunk. The presence of other plants and trees in the surrounding environment suggests a natural setting.

**Step 4: Determining the Time of Year**

According to the caption, this photo was taken on January 12, 2020. This indicates that it is likely winter or early spring in the Northern Hemisphere.

**Conclusion**

Based on the description provided in the caption and the details visible in the image, it can be concluded that the photograph depicts a black jelly roll fungus (Exidia glandulosa) growing on a fallen elm tree trunk during late winter or early spring. – AI vision

El texto muestra una imagen de cerca de una sustancia oscura y gelatinosa, que es probablemente un tipo de hongo. La textura parece ser irregular y ligeramente arrugada. Se identifica el hongo como Exidia glandulosa, conocido comúnmente como hongo jelly roll negro. El entorno se describe como alrededor del tronco de un olmo caído, sugiriendo un lugar natural. Se menciona que la foto fue tomada el 12 de enero del 2020, lo que indica que es posible que se haya capturado en invierno o principios de primavera en el hemisferio norte. – Spanish translation