Purple-bloom Russula
A species of Russulas Scientific name : Russula mariae Genus : Russulas
Purple-bloom Russula, A species of Russulas
Scientific name: Russula mariae
Genus: Russulas
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Description
As described by its name, the most recognizable feature of purple-bloom Russula is its purplish cap that is covered by a white bloom of dust. The stem of this mushroom is also flushed with the same purple color as its cap. Purple-bloom Russula is most commonly found under hardwoods, especially oak trees.
Colors
Brown
Green
Yellow
Red
Purple
Pink
Habitat
The purple-bloom Russula can be found in woods, wooded and grassy areas where it's typically associated with oak. It grows on the ground. It's a mycorrhizal species that forms a symbiotic relationship with trees, therefore is always found in the vicinity of the host tree's root.
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General Info
Habitat
The purple-bloom Russula can be found in woods, wooded and grassy areas where it's typically associated with oak. It grows on the ground. It's a mycorrhizal species that forms a symbiotic relationship with trees, therefore is always found in the vicinity of the host tree's root.
Growth Form
Mycorrhizal; scattered, gregarious
Cap Diameter
2-10 cm
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
Smell
Oily
Spore Print
Creamy to pale yellow
Species Status
Widely distributed
How to identify it?
Photo By Amanda Schabdach 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Russulales Family
Russulaceae Genus
Russulas Species
Purple-bloom Russula 
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