False saffron milkcap
A species of Milk-caps, Also known as Orange-latex milky Scientific name : Lactarius deterrimus Genus : Milk-caps
False saffron milkcap, A species of Milk-caps
Also known as:
Orange-latex milky
Scientific name: Lactarius deterrimus
Genus: Milk-caps
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Description
A less-tasty cousin of the Saffron milkcap (Lactarius deliciosus), the false saffron milkcap is closely associated with spruce. When it appears in forests, it usually forms a large carpet. Species within the Lactarius genus are hard to differentiate from other, more poisonous mushrooms, and should not be foraged for food by the inexperienced.
Colors
Green
White
Orange
Habitat
The false saffron milkcap is exclusively associated with spruce and pine, therefore it can be found in coniferous forests, but also in pine plantations. This fungus exists in a symbiotic relationship with the tree’s roots, helping it absorb water and nutrients while the tree provides the fungus with sugars and amino acids.
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General Info
Edibility
The false saffron milkcap does not taste quite as good as the true Saffron Milkcap, but is reportedly easier to find. Make sure to distinguish it from the poisonous Wooly Milkcap, which does not have the orange-colored milk of this edible species. Check for maggots before picking. When eaten in large amounts, the false saffron milkcap may cause a harmless reddening of the urine. Best stir-fried or sauteed.
Habitat
The false saffron milkcap is exclusively associated with spruce and pine, therefore it can be found in coniferous forests, but also in pine plantations. This fungus exists in a symbiotic relationship with the tree’s roots, helping it absorb water and nutrients while the tree provides the fungus with sugars and amino acids.
Growth Form
Symbiotic; solitary, scattered, gregarious
Sporocarp Height
3 inches
Cap Diameter
5 inches
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
Smell
Taste good
Spore Print
Cream to pale pinkish buff
Species Status
Widely distributed
Distribution Area
Europe
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Russulales Family
Russulaceae Genus
Milk-caps Species
False saffron milkcap 
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