Cortinarius turmalis is a mushroom belonging to a large genus known for its diverse species. Identified by its brown cap and rusty-brown spore print, cortinarius turmalis generally grows in symbiosis with trees, forming mutually beneficial relationships. These mushrooms are found in various forest environments and can appear in different seasons depending on climate and habitat.
Cap Diameter:
4 - 15 cm
Odor:
Mildly earthy with an unpleasant pungent note.
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Cortinarius turmalis
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Attributes of Cortinarius turmalis
Cap Diameter
4 - 15 cm
Height
3 - 8 cm
Cap
Cap 4 - 14 cm across; hemispherical, then convex to plane; light yellow-ochre; surface viscid when wet, rugulose, glabrous
Cap Shape
Convex, Depressed, Central Bump
Cap Surfaces
Fibrillose-scaly, Slimy or slightly sticky
Gills
Close to crowded; cream, later buff to cinnamon-grey
Gill Attachment
Notched
Stem
3.5 - 14 cm long, 1 - 2.5 cm wide at apex; cylindrical; white, base staining pinkish
Stem Shapes
Club Shaped
Flesh
Solid; white; yellowing slightly when cut
Ring
With Ring Zone
Spore Print Color
Cream
Odor
Mildly earthy with an unpleasant pungent note.
Body Color
Brown
Yellow
White
Cream
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 turmalis by these plants:
