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Russula californiensis

A species of Russulas

Russula californiensis belongs to a widely recognized family known for their myriad colors and shapes. They typically have caps that can range from bright hues to subtle shades and feature gills underneath. These mushrooms are found in various environments, often favoring wooded areas. Russula californiensis has a stout stem and is known for a firm texture, attracting the attention of both mushroom enthusiasts and researchers.

Cap Diameter:

7 - 14 cm

Odor:

Faintly earthy, barely noticeable.

General Info About Russula californiensis

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Attributes of Russula californiensis

Cap Diameter

7 - 14 cm

Height

4 - 9 cm

Cap

Cap 7 - 14 cm broad; convex, becoming plano-convex; reddish brown; glabrous; margin incurved, then decurved, occasionally wavy, faintly striate

Cap Shape

Convex, Depressed

Cap Surfaces

Smooth, Slimy or slightly sticky

Gills

Adnexed to adnate; close; white, maturing cream; unchanging when bruised

Gill Attachment

Free to Attached

Stem

Stipe 40-80 x 15-40 mm in width; round, equal; white; dry

Stem Shapes

Cylindrical

Stem Surfaces

Smooth to slightly fibrous

Flesh

1 - 1.3 cm thick near the disc; soft; white; greying where cut

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

Yellow

Odor

Faintly earthy, barely noticeable.

Body Color

Yellow

Red

White

Pink

Growth Form

Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Mycorrhizal

Substrate

On soil

You can find Russula californiensis by these plants:

Oaks, Douglas firs, Pines, Firs

Occurence Habitats

Mixed Woodland, Coniferous Woodland

Species Status

Common

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Habitat of Russula californiensis

Russula californiensis thrive in mixed pine-hardwood forests, often found in coastal areas and low mountainous regions.

Scientific Classification of Russula californiensis

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Russulales

Family

Russulaceae

Genus

Russulas

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Tips for Finding Russula californiensis

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Russula californiensis

Moist, well-drained soil with ample organic material.

What are Some Tips for Finding Russula californiensis

Focus your search on areas under pine trees within mixed forests.
Inspect the ground for mushrooms around decomposing wood or leaf litter.
Look for the distinctive red cap of russula californiensis, which stands out against the forest floor.
Gently move aside foliage and debris to uncover hidden specimens.
Repeatedly visit potential habitats, as russula californiensis tend to regrow in the same areas.

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