Primrose brittlegill is distinguished by its vibrant purple cap, which fades with age, and yellow-tinged gills that are closely spaced. This species typically favors acidic soil and is often found in coniferous forests. It produces spores in the form of a yellow powder and has a characteristic peppery taste, which is notable among enthusiasts.
Cap Diameter:
5 - 10 cm
Odor:
Mildly fruity aroma.
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Attributes
Toxicity and Edibility
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Primrose brittlegill
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Attributes of Primrose brittlegill
Cap Diameter
5 - 10 cm
Height
5 - 10 cm
Cap
hemispherical at first,becoming convex to flat.The cap surface is smooth,typically deep purple-violet,less commonly red-purple (greenish or yellow in two rare color forms)
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat, Depressed
Cap Surfaces
Smooth
Gills
The gills are pale yellow-cream
Gill Attachment
Attached
Stem
The stem is smooth,flushed with the cap color
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Smooth
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Pale yellow-ocher to cream
Odor
Mildly fruity aroma.
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 Primrose brittlegill by these plants:
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Is Primrose brittlegill Toxic?
Primrose brittlegill is commonly found in coniferous and deciduous woodland habitats during late summer and fall seasons. While it features a distinctive pale pink to cream cap, it harbors gastrointestinal toxins leading to minor digestive upsets. Distinction from non-toxic varieties is essential.
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 Primrose brittlegill
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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Primrose brittlegill
Acidic, moist, nutrient-rich soil.
What are Some Tips for Finding Primrose brittlegill
Search under pine trees within coniferous forests, keeping an eye on the ground for primrose brittlegill's distinctive cap.
Check around areas with acidic soil that often has a covering of pine needles.
Look during daylight hours to better spot primrose brittlegill's vibrant cap against the forest floor.
Gently brush away fallen needles and leaves to uncover hidden specimens of primrose brittlegill.
Cautiously step around potential growth spots to avoid crushing unseen primrose brittlegill.
How to Clean and Preserve Primrose brittlegill
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