The variable brittlegill is notable for its color, which is variable, with hues of red, green, and brown. It has a fruity smell and a mild taste, but is considered inedible. It is frequently found in Britain.
Cap Diameter:
6 - 8 cm
Odor:
Mildly floral, reminiscent of geraniums.
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Variable brittlegill
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Attributes of Variable brittlegill
Cap Diameter
6 - 8 cm
Height
3 - 8 cm
Cap
Cap 6 - 8 cm across; subspherical to convex; pale, glaucous-livid green; surface smooth; margin with low warts
Cap Shape
Convex, Depressed
Cap Surfaces
Slimy or slightly sticky, Visible lines or stripes
Gills
Adnexed; medium spaced; dark cream to pale ochre; surface smooth
Stem
Stem 4.5 cm long, 1.9 cm thick; cylindrical; white, yellow; brittle
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Flesh
Yellow
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Ochre
Odor
Mildly floral, reminiscent of geraniums.
Body Color
Green
Yellow
Bronze
White
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
You can find Variable brittlegill by these plants: