Jelly brain-like mushroom Ascotremella faginea on a birch log east from Kuzmolovo in northern Saint Petersburg. Russia, September 8, 2016
ul. Lesovoda Morozova, 9, Toksovo, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188664Synonyms: Haematomyces fagineus, Neobulgaria faginea.
Common name: jelly brain.
Russian name: Drozhalka bukovaya.
Ascotremella faginea is a species of fungus that belongs to the family Tremellaceae. It is found in north-western Russia, including St. Petersburg and Leningrad Oblast, typically growing on dead branches of deciduous trees, particularly beech and birch. The fungus forms gelatinous, brain-like or convoluted fruiting bodies that are yellow to orange in color, often with a wavy or lobed margin. Ascotremella faginea is considered a rare species in the region, with limited records of its occurrence.
Jelly brain-like mushroom Ascotremella faginea on a birch log east from Kuzmolovo in northern Saint Petersburg. Russia, September 8, 2016ul. Lesovoda Morozova, 9, Toksovo, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188664
Gelatinous bodies of jelly brain-like fungus Ascotremella faginea east from Kuzmolovo in northern Saint Petersburg. Russia, September 8, 2016ul. Lesovoda Morozova, 9, Toksovo, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188664
Jelly brain-like fungus (mushrooms Ascotremella faginea) east from Kuzmolovo in northern Saint Petersburg. Russia, September 8, 2016ul. Lesovoda Morozova, 9, Toksovo, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188664Observations of the fungus Ascotremella faginea were made in Leningrad Oblast and north-western Russia. On a birch log east of Kuzmolovo, the jelly brain-like mushroom was found on September 8, 2016. The gelatinous bodies of the fungus were also observed in the same area, showcasing its unique characteristics. Further observations revealed multiple instances of the jelly brain-like fungus, confirming its presence in the region. The sightings were all documented on the same day, suggesting a possible peak in activity or visibility of the fungus during this time. The specific location, northern Saint Petersburg, appears to provide a suitable habitat for Ascotremella faginea, allowing for its growth and observation. These findings contribute to the understanding of the distribution and characteristics of this fascinating fungus in north-western Russia.
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