Cortinarius croceocoeruleus is a fascinating organism known for its vibrant cap that ranges in color from yellow to deep blue. Typically found in mossy forest areas, cortinarius croceocoeruleus appears during the cooler seasons of the year. It fosters a symbiotic relationship with trees, exchanging nutrients to support both its own growth and the health of its arboreal partners.
Cap Diameter:
1 - 4 cm
Odor:
Mild honey and stale radish scent.
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Cortinarius croceocoeruleus
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Attributes of Cortinarius croceocoeruleus
Cap Diameter
1 - 4 cm
Height
5 - 12 cm
Cap
Cap 1 - 4 cm across; hemispherical to flat; blue-violet to brown-yellow
Cap Shape
Central Bump
Cap Surfaces
Slimy or slightly sticky
Gills
Attached; whitish to brown
Gill Attachment
Notched
Stem
Stem 4 - 6 cm long, 4 - 6 mm thick; cylindrical; whitish; with remnants of cobwebs; turns yellow when injured
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Cross Sections
Hollow or cottony hollow
Flesh
Firm; white; turns yellow when injured
Ring
With Ring Zone
Spore Print Color
Rusty brown
Odor
Mild honey and stale radish scent.
Body Color
Brown
Yellow
White
Blue
Purple
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
You can find Cortinarius croceocoeruleus by these plants:
Oaks
Endangered Species
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Habitat of Cortinarius croceocoeruleus
Deciduous trees
Scientific Classification of Cortinarius croceocoeruleus
