Orange milkcap
Lactarius aurantiacus
A species of Milk-caps.
The Orange milkcap, scientifically known as Lactarius aurantiacus, is a fungus that can be found growing individually or in small clusters. Both its common and scientific names are derived from its distinctive orange hue and the milky white liquid it exudes when injured. This particular mushroom thrives in acidic environments and is commonly observed beneath spruce and pine trees.
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Attributes of Orange milkcap
Cap Diameter
1 - 5 cm
Height
3 - 7 cm
Cap
Cap 1 - 5 cm across; low convex to plane; brownish orange; surface smooth, slightly glossy
Cap Shape
Convex, Depressed
Cap Surfaces
Smooth
Gills
Broadly adnate to shortly decurrent; moderately spaced; white
Gill Attachment
Attached
Stem
Stem 2.5 - 7 cm long, 5 - 12 mm thick; cylindrical, slightly clavate; brownish orange; surface smooth
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Smooth
Flesh
Very fragile; yellowish white to pale orange
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Ivory
Odor
Faintly unpleasant, slightly bitter.
Body Color
BrownOrange
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
You can find Orange milkcap by these plants
Oaks, Spruces, Pines, Firs
Occurence Habitats
Coniferous Woodland, Deciduous Woodland
Species Status
Widespread
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Orange milkcap
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Russulales
Family
Russulaceae
Genus
Milk-caps
Toxicity and Edibility of Orange milkcap
Is Orange milkcap Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
