Blood red russula is recognizable by its deep red cap which tends to fade with age or sun exposure. It has a relatively stout stem and is commonly found in deciduous and coniferous forests, growing symbiotically with trees. This species has a fruiting period that typically occurs in late summer to fall.
Cap Diameter:
4 - 10 cm
Odor:
Faintly fruity, generally mild.
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Tips for Finding
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Common Questions
General Info About Blood red russula
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Attributes of Blood red russula
Cap Diameter
4 - 10 cm
Height
5 - 12 cm
Cap
Cap up to 10 cm in diameter; convex, later flattens; bright blood-red, or rose coloured, fading slightly with age
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat, Depressed
Cap Surfaces
Smooth
Gills
Adnate to slightly decurrent; narrow; cream to pale ochre
Gill Attachment
Attached
Stem
Stem firmly robust; commonly flushed with the cap colour occasionally white; streaked vertically
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Smooth
Flesh
White
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Cream to pale ochre
Odor
Faintly fruity, generally mild.
Body Color
Red
Gray
White
Pink
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
You can find Blood red russula by these plants:
Spruces, Oaks
Occurence Habitats
Coniferous Woodland
Species Status
Widespread in the northern temperate zones
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Blood red russula
Blood red russula thrives in coniferous woodlands, often found beneath pine trees.
