Bulgaria inquinans fungus on a birch on mushroom show in Botanic Gardens of Komarov Botanical Institute. Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 30, 2017Synonyms: Ascobolus inquinans, Bulgaria chalybea, Bulgaria polymorpha, Lichen fungosus, Peziza inquinans, Peziza polymorpha, Peziza turbinata, Peziza vesiculosa, Phaeobulgaria inquinans, Phaeobulgaria polymorpha, Tremella turbinata.
Common names: black bulgar, batchelor's buttons.
Russian names: Bulgariya pachkaiushchaya, Bulgariya inkvinans, Bulgariya (grib).
Extract from Wikipedia article: Bulgaria inquinans is a fungus in the family Bulgariaceae. It is commonly known by the name black bulgar.
Bulgaria inquinans is a species of fungus that grows on decaying wood. In St. Petersburg, Leningrad Oblast, and north-western Russia, it has been found to fruit from July to October, typically on coniferous logs, especially spruce and fir, in moist, shaded areas. The fungus produces dark brown to black, gelatinous apothecia with a wrinkled or warty surface. It is considered a rare species in the region, but can be locally common in suitable habitats, such as old-growth forests and forest reserves.
Bulgaria inquinans fungus on a birch on mushroom show in Botanic Gardens of Komarov Botanical Institute. Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 30, 2017
Bulgaria inquinans mushrooms on a birch bark on mushroom show in Botanic Gardens of Komarov Botanical Institute. Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 30, 2017Observations of the fungus Bulgaria inquinans in Leningrad Oblast and north-western Russia reveal its presence on birch trees. Specifically, on September 30, 2017, the fungus was found on a birch at the Botanic Gardens of Komarov Botanical Institute in Saint Petersburg, Russia. The mushrooms were observed growing on the birch bark, showcasing their unique characteristics. Further observations at the same location confirmed the presence of Bulgaria inquinans, with multiple mushrooms spotted on the birch bark during a mushroom show. These findings suggest that the fungus is able to thrive in this region, particularly on birch trees, and can be found in urban areas such as botanical gardens. The fungus's ability to grow on birch bark highlights its adaptability and potential to colonize various environments in north-western Russia.
Russian web-forums Planeta Gribov, V Kontakte, and Griby Sredney Polosy for learning names of local mushrooms.
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