Coral brittlegill is distinguished by its bright yellow to orange cap, which ages to a salmon color. The gills underneath are brittle, a common trait in its family. Coral brittlegill prefers warmer weather and is usually found in deciduous forests, often under oak trees. This species displays a wide color spectrum across individual specimens, contributing to its vibrant presence in its natural habitat.
Cap Diameter:
3 - 10 cm
Odor:
Mild with a fishy note when disturbed.
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Coral brittlegill
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Attributes of Coral brittlegill
Cap Diameter
3 - 10 cm
Height
4 - 12 cm
Cap
Cap 2 - 10 cm across; convex; brick red to orange or coppery; surface smooth; margin with striate
Cap Shape
Convex, Depressed, Central Bump
Cap Surfaces
Slimy or slightly sticky
Gills
Adnexed to almost free; crowded; cream to yellowish
Gill Attachment
Notched
Stem
Stem 3 - 8 cm long, 1 - 1.5 cm thick; white, pink, red
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Cross Sections
Hollow or cottony hollow
Flesh
Grainy; white; unchanging
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Ochre
Odor
Mild with a fishy note when disturbed.
Body Color
Brown
Red
White
Orange
Pink
Cream
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
