Scarlet brittlegill is known for its vibrant red cap that can span up to 8 cm wide. It has a smooth texture that often becomes cracked with age. Underneath, the gills are attached, frequent, and white. The stem, while initially stout, can become hollow. Scarlet brittlegill thrives in deciduous forests, forming symbiotic relationships with hardwood trees.
Cap Diameter:
4 - 13 cm
Odor:
Fruity, with hints of mint and floral notes.
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Scarlet brittlegill
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Attributes of Scarlet brittlegill
Cap Diameter
4 - 13 cm
Height
3 - 15 cm
Cap
Cap 4 - 15 cm across; hemispherical to convex; scarlet red, red-rose to coral; surface smooth, viscid; margin smooth
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat, Depressed
Cap Surfaces
Velvety, Slimy or slightly sticky
Gills
Free; crowded; cream to golden yellow, orange
Gill Attachment
Free to Attached
Stem
Stem 3 - 12 cm long, 1.5 - 3 cm thick; white
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Cross Sections
Hollow or cottony hollow
Flesh
Grainy; white to greyish; unchanging
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Pale ochre
Odor
Fruity, with hints of mint and floral notes.
Body Color
Red
White
Cream
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
