Plasmodium of slime mold Fuligo muscorum (sammalparanvoi) on a log in Sosnovka Park. Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2016
Tikhoretskiy pr., 29, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 195427Synonyms: Aethalium muscorum, Fuligo ochracea, Fuligo simulans, Licea ochracea, Lignydium griseoflavum, Lignydium muscicola, Lignydium muscorum, Physarum muscorum, Reticularia muscorum.
Russian name: Fuligo mokhovaya.
Fuligo muscorum is a species of slime mold that belongs to the class Myxomycetes. It is characterized by its yellow to orange plasmodium and white to cream-colored sporangia. In St. Petersburg, Leningrad Oblast, and north-western Russia, Fuligo muscorum has been found in various habitats, including forests, meadows, and urban areas. It typically grows on decaying organic matter, such as wood, leaves, and soil. The slime mold is common in the region, with fruiting bodies often appearing in late summer and early fall.
Plasmodium of slime mold Fuligo muscorum (sammalparanvoi) on a log in Sosnovka Park. Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2016Tikhoretskiy pr., 29, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 195427
Slime mold Fuligo muscorum (sammalparanvoi) on a wet log in Sosnovka Park. Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2016Tikhoretskiy pr., 31к1, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 195427
Plasmodium of Fuligo muscorum (sammalparanvoi) slime mold climbing a small pine tree near Orekhovo, 40 miles north from Saint Petersburg. Russia, September 9, 2016Unnamed Road, Leningradskaya oblast', RussiaObservations of Fuligo muscorum in Leningrad Oblast and north-western Russia revealed its presence on various substrates. On September 6, 2016, the plasmodium was found on a log in Sosnovka Park, Saint Petersburg, and also on a wet log in the same park. The slime mold was seen growing on decaying wood, indicating its preference for moist environments. Additionally, on September 9, 2016, the plasmodium was observed climbing a small pine tree near Orekhovo, approximately 40 miles north of Saint Petersburg. This suggests that Fuligo muscorum can also thrive on living vegetation, expanding its range of potential habitats. The species' ability to grow on different surfaces and in various environments highlights its adaptability in the region. These observations provide insight into the ecological habits of Fuligo muscorum in north-western Russia. The slime mold's growth patterns were documented in detail during these observations.
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