The pallid brittlegill is a mushroom of temperate climates. It is very similar to the Creamy russula, but the pallid brittlegill features more yellowish hues—though white, it has prominent yellow tones. This mushroom is reported to have an acrid taste, and it's considered inedible.
Cap Diameter:
2 - 6 cm
Odor:
Mildly fruity, not very distinctive.
In This Article
Attributes
Toxicity and Edibility
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Pallid brittlegill
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Attributes of Pallid brittlegill
Cap Diameter
2 - 6 cm
Height
2 - 7 cm
Cap
The cap is 3 to 8 cm wide, white to yellow, and becoming more convex in age.
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat
Cap Surfaces
Smooth
Gills
Close, broad, white.
Gill Attachment
Attached
Stem
The stalk is 3 to 8 cm long and 1 to 2 cm wide.
Stem Shapes
Club Shaped
Stem Cross Sections
Hollow or cottony hollow
Flesh
White, soft.
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mildly fruity, not very distinctive.
Body Color
Yellow
White
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
