Green and yellow corticioid fungus Drepanospora viridis (Helicoma viride)(?) on underside of a thick wet pine log on Richards Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas

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Sam Houston Forest, Texas, December 17, 2023

Album 3445: Sam Houston Forest, Texas, December 17, 2023

The image presents a close-up view of a dark brown, moist wooden surface adorned with a vibrant green and yellow corticioid fungus (Drepanospora viridis or Helicoma viride). The log is characterized by its thick and wet texture, showcasing numerous cracks and crevices. At the center of the image, a large patch of the fungus dominates the scene.

The fungus exhibits a striking coloration, with areas displaying vibrant green hues that gradually transition to yellow towards the top right. The dark brown background of the log provides an excellent contrast to the bright colors of the fungus.

The overall atmosphere of the image is one of decay and growth, as the corticioid fungus thrives in damp environments.

**Summary:** This image captures a close-up view of a thick, wet pine log covered with vibrant green and yellow corticioid fungus (Drepanospora viridis or Helicoma viride), highlighting the intricate details of the fungal growth on the decaying wood. – AI vision

🇪🇸 Descripción en español / Spanish Description

El hongo corticioide verde y amarillo Drepanospora viridis (Helicoma viride)(?) en la cara inferior de un tronco grueso de pino mojado en el sendero Richards Loop en el Bosque Nacional Sam Houston. Texas, 17 de diciembre del 2023. La imagen presenta una vista cercana a una superficie de madera húmeda marrón oscuro adornada con un hongo corticioide verde y amarillo vibrante (Drepanospora viridis o Helicoma viride). El tronco se caracteriza por su textura gruesa y húmeda, que muestra numerosas grietas y hendiduras. En el centro de la imagen, un gran parche del hongo domina la escena. El hongo exhibe una coloración llamativa, con áreas que presentan tonalidades verdes vibrantes que gradualmente hacen transición a amarillo hacia la esquina superior derecha. El fondo marrón oscuro del tronco proporciona un excelente contraste para los colores brillantes del hongo. La atmósfera general de la imagen es una de descomposición y crecimiento, ya que el hongo corticioide prospera en entornos húmedos.

**Resumen:** Esta imagen captura una vista cercana a un tronco grueso de pino mojado cubierto con hongo corticioide verde y amarillo vibrante (Drepanospora viridis o Helicoma viride), destacando los detalles intrincados del crecimiento fúngico en la madera en descomposición. – Spanish translation

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