Fungus Hypomyces armeniacus on rotting leaves in Sosnovka Park. Saint Petersburg, Russia, August 14, 2017
ul. Zhaka Dyuklo, 67, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 194214Russian name: Gipomitses abrikosovyy.
Hypomyces armeniacus is a species of fungus that grows on other fungi, particularly boletes. In St. Petersburg, Leningrad Oblast, and north-western Russia, it has been found to parasitize various bolete species, including Boletus edulis and Xerocomus subtomentosus. The fungus produces a yellow to orange mycelium that envelops the host cap, eventually replacing it with its own tissue. Fruitings of Hypomyces armeniacus have been recorded in mixed forests and wooded areas of the region, often associated with coniferous and deciduous tree species.
Fungus Hypomyces armeniacus on rotting leaves in Sosnovka Park. Saint Petersburg, Russia, August 14, 2017ul. Zhaka Dyuklo, 67, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 194214
Fungus Hypomyces armeniacus on rotting leaves on the ground in Sosnovka Park. Saint Petersburg, Russia, August 14, 2017ul. Zhaka Dyuklo, 67, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 194214Observations of Hypomyces armeniacus were made in Leningrad Oblast and north-western Russia, specifically in Sosnovka Park, Saint Petersburg. On August 14, 2017, the fungus was found growing on rotting leaves, indicating its preference for decaying organic matter. The fungus was observed twice in the same location, once on rotting leaves and again on leaves on the ground, suggesting it is well-adapted to breaking down plant material in this environment. The presence of Hypomyces armeniacus in Sosnovka Park highlights the importance of decomposers in ecosystem functioning, particularly in urban areas where organic matter may accumulate. Further observations are needed to fully understand the distribution and habits of this fungus in north-western Russia. Additional studies could provide insight into its role in nutrient cycling and potential impacts on local ecosystems. The fungus's growth patterns were consistent with expectations for a decomposer species.
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