Synonyms: Agaricus formosus, Entoloma fulvum, Leptonia formosa, Leptonia fulva, Rhodophyllus formosus, Rhodophyllus fulvus.
Russian name: Entoloma izyashchnaya.
Entoloma formosum is a rare and endangered fungus species. In St. Petersburg and Leningrad Oblast, it has been found in coniferous and mixed forests, typically growing on acidic soils. In north-western Russia, the species is scattered and local, often associated with mosses and lichens in old-growth forests. Fruiting bodies are usually small to medium-sized, with a pinkish-brown cap and white gills, appearing in late summer to early autumn. Records from the region are limited, suggesting a restricted distribution and potentially vulnerable population.
Observations of Entoloma formosum in Leningrad Oblast and north-western Russia reveal the fungus's presence in roadside areas. On August 15, 2018, pinkgill mushrooms were found on Lenin Trail near Dibuny, northwest of Saint Petersburg. Further observations on August 25, 2018, focused on the gills and cap of the mushroom, providing detailed views of its morphology. The species was also found co-occurring with Lion shield mushrooms (Pluteus leoninus) on September 3, 2018, near Dibuny. These sightings suggest that Entoloma formosum is present in the region's roadside habitats during late summer, with observations spanning multiple weeks and including interactions with other fungal species. The fungus appears to thrive in these environments, with consistent sightings in the same general area over time.
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