Crab brittlegill
A species of Russulas, Also known as Shrimp mushroom Scientific name : Russula xerampelina Genus : Russulas
Crab brittlegill, A species of Russulas
Also known as:
Shrimp mushroom
Scientific name: Russula xerampelina
Genus: Russulas
Description
The large, dark red caps of the crab brittlegill can be found popping up from the floors of coniferous forests. Its common name refers to the smell emitted by the mushrooms, which is similar to shellfish and gets stronger as specimens age.
Colors
Red
Purple
Pink
Habitat
The crab brittlegill is commonly found in coniferous forests. It is closely associated with the Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii). It is always found near the roots of conifers, where it exists in a symbiotic relationship in which the two species feed each other essential nutrients.
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Habitat
The crab brittlegill is commonly found in coniferous forests. It is closely associated with the Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii). It is always found near the roots of conifers, where it exists in a symbiotic relationship in which the two species feed each other essential nutrients.
Growth Form
Solitary, gregarious
Sporocarp Height
3 cm
Cap Diameter
4-30 cm
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
Smell
Odor fishlike; taste mild
Spore Print
Creamy, yellowish, orangish yellow, ochre
Species Status
Widely distributed in North America
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Russulales Family
Russulaceae Genus
Russulas Species
Crab brittlegill 
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