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Beeswax russula

Russula earlei

A species of Russulas

Beeswax russula does not look like a typical Russula; with its waxy texture and thick, widely-spaced gills it's more likely to be mistaken for a Hygrophorus. Found growing alongside hardwood trees, there’re still many debates about its potential toxicity.

Cap Diameter:

3 - 11 cm

Odor:

Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.

General Info About Beeswax russula

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Attributes of Beeswax russula

Cap Diameter

3 - 11 cm

Height

3 - 8 cm

Cap

Cap 3 - 11 cm across; convex to flat; yellow

Cap Shape

Convex, Flat, Depressed

Cap Surfaces

Slimy or slightly sticky

Gills

Attached; distant; whitish to creamy, dull yellow; discoloring reddish brown

Gill Attachment

Attached

Stem

Stem 2.5 - 7 cm long, 5 - 25 mm thick; whitish to dull yellow; waxy; fairly smooth

Stem Shapes

Cylindrical

Stem Surfaces

Smooth

Flesh

White to yellowish

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

White

Odor

Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.

Body Color

Brown

Yellow

Red

White

Orange

Growth Form

Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Mycorrhizal

Substrate

On soil

You can find Beeswax russula by these plants:

Spruces, Pines, Oaks

Occurence Habitats

Deciduous Woodland

Species Status

Widely distributed

Endangered Species

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Habitat of Beeswax russula

Beeswax russula commonly resides in hardwood forests, often associating with oak and beech trees.

Scientific Classification of Beeswax russula

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Russulales

Family

Russulaceae

Genus

Russulas

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Beeswax russula

Moist, well-drained soils rich in organic matter.

What are Some Tips for Finding Beeswax russula

Search in habitats with a high density of oak and beech trees.
Look for beeswax russula in areas where the soil is consistently moist and rich in decomposed organic material.
Inspect the ground around hardwoods, as beeswax russula tends to grow alone or in small groups nearby.
Investigate gently sloped terrain within hardwood forests, as beeswax russula prefers well-drained locations.
Visually scan for the distinctive cap colors and shapes typical of beeswax russula when exploring suitable habitats.

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