Russula consobrina is a part of a large family of mushrooms known for their distinctive features, which usually include a cap and stem structure. They are typically found living in symbiosis with plants, deriving nutrients through their roots. Russula consobrina exhibits a variety of colors and often found in woodland environments. They have a particular season when they are more commonly seen.
Cap Diameter:
5 - 12 cm
Odor:
Faintly fruity with coconut-like hints.
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Russula consobrina
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Attributes of Russula consobrina
Cap Diameter
5 - 12 cm
Height
2 - 10 cm
Cap
Cap 5 - 12 cm; hemispherical, flattened; dark gray or olive brown to umber olive
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat, Depressed
Gills
Forked and pinned to a stem; quite crowded; white, then cream-colored with dirty grayish tone
Gill Attachment
Attached
Stem
4–13 × 1–3 cm; cylindrical to spindle-shaped; white, turns gray to brownish-gray; surface finely veined
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Cross Sections
Hollow or cottony hollow
Flesh
Relatively thick; firm; white, but gray under the cap skin
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Cream
Odor
Faintly fruity with coconut-like hints.
Body Color
Brown
Black
Green
Bronze
Gray
White
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
