Oak curtain crust fungus (Hymenochaete rubiginosa(?)) on a fallen oak branch in Lick Creek ParkLick Creek: Background Notes. College Station, Texas

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The image shows an oak branch with a brownish-orange growth that has formed a crust over its surface. The crust is irregularly shaped and has some small cracks or fissures in it. It appears to be growing on top of a layer of bark, which is visible underneath.

Based on the caption provided, this fungus is likely Hymenochaete rubiginosa, also known as the oak curtain crust fungus. This species typically grows on decaying wood and can form large, flat growths that resemble curtains or drapes.

The image suggests that the branch has been lying on the ground for some time, possibly several years or even decades. The bark is weathered and cracked, indicating exposure to outdoor conditions such as rain, wind, and sunlight.

In terms of size, it's difficult to estimate without more context. However, given its appearance in the image, it's likely that this fungus is relatively large compared to other species of fungi.

Overall, the image provides a clear view of the oak curtain crust fungus growing on an oak branch, highlighting its unique characteristics and habitat preferences. – AI vision

🇪🇸 Descripción en español / Spanish Description

El hongo de la corteza del roble en cortina (Hymenochaete rubiginosa(?)) en un ramal caído del Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, 10 de febrero de 2021. La imagen muestra un ramal de roble con un crecimiento parduzco-anaranjado que ha formado una costra sobre su superficie. La costra tiene forma irregular y presenta algunas pequeñas grietas o fisuras. Parece estar creciendo encima de una capa de corteza, que se puede ver debajo. En base a la descripción proporcionada, este hongo es probablemente Hymenochaete rubiginosa, también conocido como el hongo de la corteza del roble en cortina. Esta especie crece normalmente sobre madera en descomposición y puede formar grandes crecimientos planos que se asemejan a cortinas o manteles. La imagen sugiere que el ramal ha estado tumbado en el suelo durante algún tiempo, posiblemente varios años o incluso décadas. La corteza está gastada y agrietada, lo que indica exposición a condiciones exteriores como la lluvia, viento y luz solar. En cuanto al tamaño, es difícil hacer una estimación sin más contexto. Sin embargo, dado su aspecto en la imagen, es probable que este hongo sea relativamente grande en comparación con otras especies de hongos. En general, la imagen proporciona una vista clara del hongo de la corteza del roble en cortina creciendo en un ramal de roble, resaltando sus características únicas y preferencias de hábitat. – Spanish translation

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