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Russet scaly tricholoma

Tricholoma vaccinum

A species of Tricholoma, Also known as Scaly knight

Russet scaly tricholoma has a hairy brownish-red cap that sets it apart from other species in the genus. It thrives in pine and spruce forests, either growing singularly or in small clumps underneath the trees. The odor from the fungus is often not distinctive, but some specimens can have a slightly fruity or mealy aroma.

Cap Diameter:

2 - 11 cm

Odor:

Earthy, sometimes with a mealy or fruity hint.

General Info About Russet scaly tricholoma

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Attributes of Russet scaly tricholoma

Cap Diameter

2 - 11 cm

Height

5 - 12 cm

Cap

Cap 3 - 10 cm; convex, broadly bell-shaped, nearly flat; brown, orangish tan; dry; the margin at first inrolled and fuzzy

Cap Shape

Convex, Bell-shaped, Flat

Cap Surfaces

Fibrillose-scaly

Gills

Broadly adnate; close; whitish to pale yellowish; discoloring brown

Gill Attachment

Notched

Stem

Stem 4 - 10 cm long, 1 - 2 cm thick; often tapered to the base; whitish or pale orangish; fairly smooth at the top, fibrillose to scaly below, then hollow

Stem Shapes

Tapering

Stem Surfaces

Fibrillose

Stem Cross Sections

Hollow or cottony hollow

Flesh

Whitish to pale pinkish; not changing on exposure

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

White

Odor

Earthy, sometimes with a mealy or fruity hint.

Body Color

Brown

Yellow

Red

White

Orange

Flesh Bruises

Discolor to brown

Growth Form

Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Mycorrhizal

Substrate

On soil, Leaf or Needle Litter

You can find Russet scaly tricholoma by these plants:

Spruces, Firs, Pines, Norway spruce

Occurence Habitats

Coniferous Woodland

Species Status

Widely distributed in northern and montane North America

Endangered Species

How to Identify Russet scaly tricholoma

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Habitat of Russet scaly tricholoma

Russet scaly tricholoma is commonly found in coniferous forests, often alongside spruces. It may occur alone or in small groups within these evergreen environments.

Distribution Area of Russet scaly tricholoma

North America,Europe,northern Asia

Scientific Classification of Russet scaly tricholoma

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Pale-spore mushrooms

Genus

Tricholoma

Toxicity and Edibility of Russet scaly tricholoma

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Is Russet scaly tricholoma Toxic?

Russet scaly tricholoma is toxic, ingestion may lead to a series of symptoms. It's best to stay away from this mushroom.

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Tips for Finding Russet scaly tricholoma

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Russet scaly tricholoma

Well-drained, conifer-associated soils.

What are Some Tips for Finding Russet scaly tricholoma

Search in coniferous forests, particularly near spruce trees.
Look for russet scaly tricholoma where the ground is well-drained and the soil is not waterlogged.
Inspect areas of moss or needle litter, as russet scaly tricholoma may be found among such ground cover.
Carefully explore around the base of trees, where russet scaly tricholoma may emerge from the soil.
Use gentle steps to avoid trampling potential fruiting areas of russet scaly tricholoma.

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