Species

Russula rhodocephala (Redhead russula)

Russula rhodocephala. Photo: (c) Christian Schwarz, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC)

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Around 750 worldwide species of ectomycorrhizal mushrooms compose the genus Russula. They are typically common, fairly large, and brightly colored – making them one of the most recognizable genera among mycologists and mushroom collectors. Their distinguishing characteristics include usually brightly coloured caps, a white to dark yellow spore print, brittle, attached gills, an absence of latex, and absence of partial veil or volva tissue on the stem. Microscopically, the genus is characterised by the amyloid ornamented…

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Sightings

Where in Humboldt

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