Dwarf bell mushrooms (Galerina pumila) in moss in Orekhovo, north from Saint Petersburg. Russia, August 17, 2016
Unnamed Road, Vaskelovo, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188731Synonyms: Agaricus mycenopsis, Agaricus pumilus, Derminus pumilus, Galera mycenopsis, Galera pumila, Galerina moelleri, Galerina mycenopsis, Pholiota pumila.
Common name: dwarf bell.
Russian name: Galerina karlikovaya.
Galerina pumila is a small to medium-sized agaric fungus with a brown cap and rusty brown gills. It grows in clusters on soil, moss, and decaying wood in coniferous forests. In St. Petersburg and Leningrad Oblast, it has been found in sphagnum bogs and pine forests, typically fruiting from July to October. In north-western Russia, Galerina pumila is a common species, often occurring in areas with acidic soils and high moisture levels, such as peatlands and forest edges.
Dwarf bell mushrooms (Galerina pumila) in moss in Orekhovo, north from Saint Petersburg. Russia, August 17, 2016Unnamed Road, Vaskelovo, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188731
Small brown mushrooms Galerina pumila (dwarf bell)(?) near Lembolovo, north from Saint Petersburg. Russia, August 19, 2016Unnamed Road, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188695Observations of Galerina pumila in Leningrad Oblast and north-western Russia reveal its growth habits and preferred environments. In Orekhovo, the fungus was found growing in moss on August 17, 2016, indicating a preference for moist, humid conditions. The mushrooms were identified as dwarf bell mushrooms, characterized by their small size. Similarly, on August 19, 2016, near Lembolovo, small brown mushrooms resembling Galerina pumila were observed. These sightings suggest that the species thrives in the region's temperate climate and can be found in various locations, including mossy areas and possibly woodland environments. The observations highlight the fungus's presence in the area during late summer, specifically in August. The sightings provide insight into the species' distribution and ecology in north-western Russia. Further study could help confirm the identification and explore the species' habits in more detail.
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