Encrusting fungus Sebacina incrustans in Pavlovsk Park. Pavlovsk, a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 14, 2017
Rozovopavil'onnaya Alleya, Pavlovsk, Sankt-Peterburg, RussiaSynonyms: Clavaria tuberculosa, Corticium cristatum, Corticium incrustans, Corticium sebaceum, Merisma cristatum, Sebacina cristata, Soppittiella cristata, Soppittiella sebacea, Thelephora caldariorum, Thelephora cristata, Thelephora incrustans, Thelephora sebacea.
Common name: enveloping crust.
Russian name: Sebatsina inkrustiruiushchaya.
Sebacina incrustans is a species of fungus that belongs to the family Sebacinaceae. In St. Petersburg, Leningrad Oblast, and north-western Russia, it has been found growing on trees, particularly on the bark of deciduous and coniferous species. The fungus forms crust-like or waxy patches, typically yellowish to brownish in color, and is often associated with mosses and lichens. It is a relatively rare species in the region, but can be encountered in old-growth forests and protected areas, such as nature reserves and national parks.
Encrusting fungus Sebacina incrustans in Pavlovsk Park. Pavlovsk, a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 14, 2017Rozovopavil'onnaya Alleya, Pavlovsk, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia
Encrusting fungus Sebacina incrustans on soil and grass in Pavlovsk Park. Pavlovsk, a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 14, 2017Rozovopavil'onnaya Alleya, Pavlovsk, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia
Encrusting fungus Sebacina incrustans near Lisiy Nos, south from Saint Petersburg. Russia, August 17, 2018Primorskoye Shosse, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197755Observations in Leningrad Oblast and north-western Russia revealed the presence of Sebacina incrustans in various locations. In Pavlovsk Park, a suburb of Saint Petersburg, the fungus was found encrusting on September 14, 2017. It was also observed on soil and grass in the same park, indicating its ability to thrive in different substrates. Another sighting occurred near Lisiy Nos, south of Saint Petersburg, on August 17, 2018. These observations suggest that Sebacina incrustans is present in the region, with a preference for encrusting on various surfaces. The fungus appears to be able to grow in different environments, including parks and potentially other areas with suitable conditions. The sightings were recorded over a period of two years, indicating that the fungus may be a relatively common species in the area. Its presence was documented through photographs.
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