Lactarius sumstinei belongs to the Russulaceae family, notable for a milky fluid that oozes when the mushroom is cut. It typically has an orange to reddish cap with a slightly depressed center. The gills are closely spaced and change color as the mushroom ages. This species is often found in deciduous forests, particularly under oaks and beeches.
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