Firm russula
A species of Russulas Scientific name : Russula compacta Genus : Russulas
Firm russula, A species of Russulas
Scientific name: Russula compacta
Genus: Russulas
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Description
Firm russula blends easily into hardwood and conifer forest floors with its white cap that gradually turns reddish-brown as it matures. Unlike similar species, firm russula emits a foul odor that grows stronger as it matures.
Colors
Brown
Yellow
Red
White
Orange
Habitat
Mycorrhizal with hardwoods
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Habitat
Mycorrhizal with hardwoods
Growth Form
Mycorrhizal; scattered, gregarious
Sporocarp Height
3.5–9 cm
Cap Diameter
3-18 cm
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Mycorrhizal
Smell
Odor foul, pungency; taste mild or slightly acrid
Spore Print
White
Species Status
Throughout eastern North America
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Russulales Family
Russulaceae Genus
Russulas Species
Firm russula 
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