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Close-up of resupinate polypore mushroom Skeletocutis ...

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Close-up of resupinate polypore mushroom Skeletocutis odora on a cut surface of a large pine near campground on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, November 18, 2023



A close-up view of the resupinate polypore mushroom Skeletocutis or Antrodia adorns the cut surface of a massive pine tree near the campground along the Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest, located north of Montgomery, Texas. This photograph was captured on November 18, 2023. - generated by AI

The image presents a detailed view of the underside of a resupinate polypore mushroom, specifically Skeletocutis odora. The mushroom is situated on the cut surface of a large pine tree located near a campground within Sam Houston National Forest.

**Mushroom Description**

* **Color**: The mushroom exhibits a white to light gray color with orange-tan spots scattered across its surface.
* **Texture**: Its underside features small, white, rounded projections or spines that resemble coral-like growths.
* **Shape**: The overall shape of the mushroom is irregular and flat, with a wavy edge.

**Background**

The background of the image appears to be the cut surface of the pine tree trunk. The wood grain pattern is visible, providing context for the placement of the mushroom on the tree's surface.

**Overall Impression**

This close-up view offers an intimate look at the intricate details of Skeletocutis odora mushrooms growing on a large pine tree in Sam Houston National Forest. – AI vision

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