Lilac brittlegill is a distinct fungus recognized by its pastel purple cap that fades with age. It is found in mostly deciduous and coniferous forests. This mushroom forms symbiotic relationships with trees, aiding in nutrient exchange. Its season is late summer to fall, typically favoring moist soil conditions. Lilac brittlegill displays a brittle texture, a characteristic trait of its family.
Cap Diameter:
3 - 9 cm
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Lilac brittlegill
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Attributes of Lilac brittlegill
Cap Diameter
3 - 9 cm
Height
4 - 10 cm
Cap
5 cm in diameter, convex; surface is smooth
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat, Depressed
Cap Surfaces
Slimy or slightly sticky, Velvety, Visible lines or stripes
Gill Attachment
Free to Attached
Stem
Stem 4 cm height, 0.9 mm thick, cylindrical, soft; white, washed with pink
Stem Shapes
Club Shaped
Stem Cross Sections
Hollow or cottony hollow
Flesh
White; texture is grainy
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
Red
Purple
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
You can find Lilac brittlegill by these plants:
Spruces, Pines, Oaks, Lindens
Species Status
No
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Lilac brittlegill
Under broad-leaved trees, in cool places, calcareous sandy soi