Stalked Puffball-In-Aspic

calostoma cinnabarinum

The Stalked Puffball-In-Aspic, scientifically known as Calostoma cinnabarinum, is a captivating and visually distinct fungus found in specific woodland ecosystems. Unlike typical puffballs, this species boasts a prominent, often reddish stalk and is encased in a unique gelatinous layer during its early development, giving it its memorable 'in-aspic' moniker. This vibrant fungus plays a crucial ecological role as a mycorrhizal partner, forming a symbiotic relationship with the roots of certain trees. It facilitates the exchange of essential nutrients from the soil to its host trees, receiving carbohydrates in return. Its striking appearance, combining a bright red spore sac with a jelly-like sheath and a textured stalk, makes it a fascinating find for any nature enthusiast.

生息地: This species thrives on the forest floor in deciduous and mixed forests, commonly found among moss or leaf litter, typically forming symbiotic associations with oak or pine trees.

外見

Calostoma cinnabarinum is instantly recognizable by its vivid cinnabar red to orange-red spore sac, which is typically spherical to slightly flattened, measuring about 1 to 2.5 cm in diameter. This colorful cap is supported by a distinctive, often ribbed or reticulated stalk that stands 3 to 6 cm tall and 0.5 to 1.5 cm thick, varying in color from pale yellow to reddish-orange. A key identifying feature, especially in younger specimens, is the thick, transparent, jelly-like layer that encases the developing fruiting body, giving it a glistening, gelatinous appearance.

界Fungi門Basidiomycota綱Agaricomycetes目Boletales科Sclerodermataceae属Calostoma

Stalked Puffball-In-Aspic

カテゴリ

菌類

レア度

Common

危険度

1/5 · 非常に低い

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おもしろい事実

Its remarkably vibrant cinnabar red color is due to unique pigments, making it one of the most visually striking fungi found in its native woodlands.

The 'aspic' in its common name refers to the clear, jelly-like outer layer encasing the young fruiting body, which resembles a savory gelatin.

The genus name 'Calostoma' is derived from Greek, meaning 'beautiful mouth,' a direct reference to its elegant and pronounced apical pore.

Unlike many puffballs that release spores from a torn surface, this species has a distinctive, precise apical pore at the top of its spore sac for spore ejection.

特殊能力

Upon reaching maturity, the internal spore mass dries to a fine powder. External disturbances, such as raindrops or passing animals, can cause a small puff of spores to be ejected through an apical pore, facilitating dispersal.

The fungus forms an ectomycorrhizal relationship with the roots of host trees, efficiently exchanging critical soil nutrients like phosphorus and nitrogen for the carbohydrates produced by the trees through photosynthesis.

The developing fruiting body is enveloped in a unique, thick, clear gelatinous layer. This sheath is believed to provide vital protection against desiccation and physical damage, ensuring optimal development in fluctuating environmental conditions.

サイズと詳細

長さ: 3-8 cm
体重: 0.001-0.01 kg

食性と食事

The Stalked Puffball-In-Aspic primarily obtains its nutritional requirements through a symbiotic ectomycorrhizal association with the root systems of specific host trees. It supplements this by absorbing decaying organic matter from the surrounding forest soil, contributing to nutrient recycling.

主な食物

Carbohydrates (from host trees)
Nitrogen compounds (from soil)
Phosphorus (from soil)
Decomposing leaf litter

採餌方法

Symbiotic Absorption And Saprotrophic Absorption

生態系とのつながり

mutualism

Oak Tree

Quercus species

Forms essential ectomycorrhizal associations with its roots, receiving carbohydrates.

mutualism

Pine Tree

Pinus species

Forms essential ectomycorrhizal associations with its roots, receiving carbohydrates.

eaten by

Forest Slugs

Various gastropod species

May feed on the fruiting bodies, potentially aiding in spore dispersal through consumption.

competitor

Soil Bacteria

Various bacterial species

Participates in the decomposition of organic matter within the same soil ecosystem.

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安全性

危険度

1/5 · 非常に低い

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よくある質問

Stalked Puffball-In-Aspicを見分けるには？

Stalked Puffball-In-Aspicを識別する最も簡単な方法は、Snappit自然識別アプリを使用することです。

Stalked Puffball-In-Aspicの長さは何ですか？

3-8 cm

Stalked Puffball-In-Aspicの体重は何ですか？

0.001-0.01 kg

Stalked Puffball-In-Aspicは何を食べますか？

Stalked Puffball-In-Aspicは通常どこに生息していますか？

This species thrives on the forest floor in deciduous and mixed forests, commonly found among moss or leaf litter, typically forming symbiotic associations with oak or pine trees.

Stalked Puffball-In-Aspicはどのように狩りをしますか？

Symbiotic Absorption And Saprotrophic Absorption