Fragile brittlegill (Russula fragilis) can commonly be found growing on decaying wood. This is a toxic mushroom that has a characteristic hot taste. It was first named Agaricus fragilis by Christian Hendrik Persoon, a German mycologist who described it in 1801.
Cap Diameter:
2 - 6 cm
Odor:
Mildly fruity, not pronounced.
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Attributes
Toxicity and Edibility
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Fragile brittlegill
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Attributes of Fragile brittlegill
Cap Diameter
2 - 6 cm
Height
3 - 8 cm
Cap
Cap 2 - 5 cm in diameter; convex, later flattens; dark purplish
Cap Shape
Convex, Depressed
Cap Surfaces
Visible lines or stripes
Gills
Adnexed; white
Gill Attachment
Attached
Stem
2 - 6 cm long and 5 - 10 mm in diameter; narrowly club-shaped; white, sometimes tinged yellow near the base; fragile
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Smooth
Stem Cross Sections
Hollow or cottony hollow
Flesh
Crumbles very easily; white
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mildly fruity, not pronounced.
Body Color
Black
Green
Yellow
White
Purple
Pink
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
Wood Chips or Mulch, On soil, Leaf or Needle Litter
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Is Fragile brittlegill Toxic?
Fragile brittlegill grows in various habitats, typically during summer and autumn. It carries a gastrointestinal toxin, leading to minor digestive upset if ingested. Distinguished by its brittle nature, it is not recommended for consumption due to its potential impact on human health. Identification accuracy is essential, given the variety of non-toxic mushrooms with similar appearances.
Type of poisoning
Gastrointestinal
Toxic Severity
Low toxicity
Incubation Period
0.5-4 hours
Poisoning Symptoms
Experience of minor digestive upset in the stomach and intestines.
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Tips for Finding Fragile brittlegill
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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Fragile brittlegill
Moist, well-decayed organic material.
What are Some Tips for Finding Fragile brittlegill
Search in shaded areas with high tree density, especially where the ground is covered in leaf litter or fallen branches.
Look for fragile brittlegill in areas with a lot of decaying wood, such as logs or stumps, as they are indicative of their preferred habitat.
Check both coniferous and broadleaf forests, focusing on spots that seem moist and well-shaded from direct sunlight.
Keep an eye out for scattered groupings rather than expecting to find large clusters of fragile brittlegill.
Be thorough and patient; fragile brittlegill can be inconspicuous among the underbrush and decaying organic matter.
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