Mycena pseudocorticola or may be M. meliigena mushrooms on a big tree in Lesnoy Park. Saint Petersburg, Russia, February 20, 2017
Institutskiy per., 5к13, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 194021Russian name: Mitsena lozhnokorkovaya.
Mycena pseudocorticola is a species of fungus that grows on decaying wood and plant debris. In St. Petersburg, Leningrad Oblast, and north-western Russia, it has been found in various habitats, including forests, parks, and along waterways. The fungus typically fruits in late summer to early fall, producing small, bell-shaped caps that are grayish-brown to brown in color. It is a relatively rare species in the region, but can be locally common in areas with abundant woody debris.
Mycena pseudocorticola or may be M. meliigena mushrooms on a big tree in Lesnoy Park. Saint Petersburg, Russia, February 20, 2017Institutskiy per., 5к13, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 194021Observations of Mycena pseudocorticola in Leningrad Oblast and north-western Russia reveal its presence on various substrates. On February 20, 2017, specimens were found on a large tree in Lesnoy Park, Saint Petersburg, Russia, suggesting the species' ability to thrive in urban environments. The mushrooms were identified as either Mycena pseudocorticola or possibly M. meliigena, highlighting the need for further taxonomic study. The discovery of this species in Lesnoy Park expands its known range and underscores the importance of continued exploration of fungal diversity in the region. Further observations are necessary to fully understand the ecological preferences and distribution of Mycena pseudocorticola in north-western Russia. The finding also raises questions about the species' potential interactions with other organisms in the area and its role in the local ecosystem. Additional research is needed to clarify these aspects.
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