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Gooseberry russula

Russula queletii

A species of Russulas

Gooseberry russula is a toxic mushroom that can be found in conifer forests, associating in particular with spruce trees. Russula queletii was first described, with its name validly published, by Swedish mycologist Elias Magnus Fries in 1872. This mushroom's common name Gooseberry russula comes from the gooseberry smell produced when it is crushed.

Cap Diameter:

4 - 10 cm

Odor:

Mild, occasionally sweet and subtly fruity.

General Info About Gooseberry russula

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Attributes of Gooseberry russula

Cap Diameter

4 - 10 cm

Height

3 - 10 cm

Cap

Cap 3 - 8 cm; convex, becoming flat; dark blackish purple to deep purple or brownish purple; sticky or when wet, bald; the margin lined by maturity

Cap Shape

Convex, Bell-shaped, Flat, Depressed, Central Bump

Cap Surfaces

Smooth, Slimy or slightly sticky, Visible lines or stripes

Gills

Broadly attached; close; white to creamy

Gill Attachment

Attached

Stem

Stem 3 - 8 cm long, 1 - 2 cm thick; pale to dark purple or pinkish purple, sometimes staining yellow at the base; bald or slightly hairy

Stem Shapes

Cylindrical

Stem Surfaces

Smooth

Stem Cross Sections

Hollow or cottony hollow

Flesh

White; unchanging when sliced

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

White to cream

Odor

Mild, occasionally sweet and subtly fruity.

Body Color

Brown

Black

Yellow

Purple

Pink

Flesh Bruises

The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.

Growth Form

Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Mycorrhizal

Substrate

On soil

You can find Gooseberry russula by these plants:

Spruces, Oaks, Norway spruce, Pines

Occurence Habitats

Coniferous Woodland, Mixed Woodland

Species Status

Widely reported in western and northern North America

Endangered Species

How to Identify Gooseberry russula

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Habitat of Gooseberry russula

Gooseberry russula is commonly found in coniferous woodlands, often in the presence of spruce trees, and may occur in mixed hardwood-conifer forests.

Scientific Classification of Gooseberry russula

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Russulales

Family

Russulaceae

Genus

Russulas

Toxicity and Edibility of Gooseberry russula

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Is Gooseberry russula Toxic?

Gooseberry russula is a mushroom identified for its potential gastrointestinal toxicity, which can cause minor digestive upsets. It's important to distinguish it from non-toxic types. Obtaining accurate identification of gooseberry russula and other fungi is critical for health safety.

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 Gooseberry russula

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Gooseberry russula

Moist and well-drained soil conditions preferred.

What are Some Tips for Finding Gooseberry russula

Search around the base of conifer trees, especially spruces, as gooseberry russula tends to grow in their vicinity.
Look for gooseberry russula in groupings or singly on the forest floor, paying attention to needle litter.
Examine mixed woodlands, checking open spots where sunlight can penetrate to promote mushroom growth.
Inspect areas with well-drained but moist soil, such as gentle slopes or elevated ground.

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