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Short-stemmed russula mushrooms (stubby brittlegill, Russula brevipes) on Richards Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas, June 2, 2021



The short-stemmed russula mushrooms, also known as the stubby brittlegill, were spotted on Richards Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest, Texas, on June 2, 2021. These mushrooms are characterized by their short stems and bright yellow caps, making them a distinctive sight in the forest floor. – generated by AI

The image features a close-up photograph of three short-stemmed russula mushrooms (also known as stubby brittlegill) growing on the forest floor. The top mushroom is oriented with its cap facing upwards and its stem pointing downwards, while the bottom mushroom has its cap facing downwards.

Each mushroom boasts a rounded, tan-colored cap that ranges in size from approximately 1 to 2 inches in diameter. The caps are adorned with thin, white gills that run down their stems. The edges of the caps appear slightly wavy and roughened.

The background of the image is dominated by dark brown soil, punctuated by scattered leaves and twigs. Long, thin pine needles from a nearby pine tree lie across the forest floor, adding to the earthy atmosphere. – AI vision

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