Russula rubescens is recognized by its reddish cap that often fades to orange-cream with age. It features firm, white flesh that gradually turns pink when exposed to air. Found primarily in deciduous and mixed forests, russula rubescens forms symbiotic relationships with hardwood trees, contributing to nutrient cycles and forest health.
Cap Diameter:
3 - 11 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 Russula rubescens
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Attributes of Russula rubescens
Cap Diameter
3 - 11 cm
Height
4 - 10 cm
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat
Cap Surfaces
Smooth, Visible lines or stripes
Gill Attachment
Attached
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Smooth
Ring
Ringless
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
You can find Russula rubescens by these plants:
Mockernut hickory, Pignut hickory, Red hickory, Northern red oak, Overcup oak, White oak, Eastern white pine, Monterey pine
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland
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Habitat of Russula rubescens
Russula rubescens typically thrives in environments with hardwoods, with a notable affinity for oak-rich areas. These mushrooms can be found alone or in groups.
