Hymenoscyphus vasaensis

Host: Sphagnum papillosum, Sphagnum sp.

Seems to fit H. vasaensis according to Dennis (1962). It may be closely related to ‘Helotium’ schimperi.

A single apothecium at the apex of Sphagnum papillosum. New Forest. Late Oct 2022.
Asci in water. New Forest. Late Oct 2022.
Paraphyses in water. New Forest. Late Oct 2022.
Ascospores in water. New Forest. Late Oct 2022.
Apothecium (pale orange-brown) on capitulum of S. fimbriatum from near Doncaster, BBS AGM, Oct 2025.
Same as above.