Densocarpa shanorii
Life > Fungi > Ascomycota > Pezizomycotina > Pezizomycetes > Pezizomycetidae > Pezizales > Pyronemataceae > Densocarpa
Description
Densocarpa shanorii is a mycorrhizal truffle that can be found in Oak/Hickory forests in the fall.
Observations
December 2nd, 2024 Indian Cave State Park
AA84
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Growing partially submerged in soil, under leaf duff, in low mixed oak/hickory woodland draw, under Pawpaw thicket.
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Smell: sulfuric (rotten eggs).
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Microscopy: Mounted in Congo Red.