Pinkmottle woodwax
A species of Woodwaxes, Also known as Russula-like waxy cap Scientific name : Hygrophorus russula Genus : Woodwaxes
Pinkmottle woodwax, A species of Woodwaxes
Also known as:
Russula-like waxy cap
Scientific name: Hygrophorus russula
Genus: Woodwaxes
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Description
Although the species name references this mushroom’s physical similarity to a russula, the pinkmottle woodwax (Hygrophorus russula) is a waxy cap. The characteristic sticky cap of that genus dries out quickly in this tricky species. They are quite resistant to insect infestations.
Colors
Red
White
Pink
Habitat
The pinkmottle woodwax can be found in forests, growing symbiotically mostly with oaks, Tanbark-oak (Lithocarpus densiflorus), and chinquapin (Chrysolepis chrysophylla). Its fruitbodies come up from the ground above its host's roots, often forming arches or rings.
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People often ask
General Info
Edibility
Pinkmottle woodwax is reported to be edible, and has a mild flavor. Some people claim that it leaves a waxy coating in the mouth after eating. It is not a popular species for consumption.
Habitat
The pinkmottle woodwax can be found in forests, growing symbiotically mostly with oaks, Tanbark-oak (Lithocarpus densiflorus), and chinquapin (Chrysolepis chrysophylla). Its fruitbodies come up from the ground above its host's roots, often forming arches or rings.
Growth Form
Mycorrhizal; scattered, gregarious
Sporocarp Height
5 inches
Cap Diameter
6 inches
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
Smell
Not distinctive
Spore Print
White
Species Status
Widely distributed
Distribution Area
North America,Europe,Central America,northern Asia
How to identify it?
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gilled fungi Family
Waxgills Genus
Woodwaxes Species
Pinkmottle woodwax