Lilacscale milkcap
Lactarius spinosulus
A species of Milk-caps.
The Lilacscale milkcap stands out with its uniquely purple or lilac-hued cap, which feels subtly velvety to the touch. Its gills are connected to a short stem and are notable for exuding a milky liquid if bruised. This mushroom predominantly inhabits forests, where it forms mutually beneficial associations with trees, usually appearing from late summer into autumn.
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Attributes of Lilacscale milkcap
Cap Diameter
3 - 11 cm
Height
2 - 6 cm
Cap Shape
Depressed, Central Bump
Cap Surfaces
Fibrillose-scaly
Gill Attachment
Attached
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mildly fruity with a hint of insect-like aroma.
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
You can find Lilacscale milkcap by these plants
Oaks, Pines, Common hazel
Scientific Classification of Lilacscale milkcap
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Russulales
Family
Russulaceae
Genus
Milk-caps
Toxicity and Edibility of Lilacscale milkcap
Is Lilacscale milkcap Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
