Russula farinipes

Russula farinipes

A species of Russulas.

Russula farinipes belongs to an extensive and varied fungal family, identifiable by its distinctive gilled fruiting bodies. Its cap presents a range of colors, while its underside typically exhibits white to cream-colored gills. This species thrives in forested habitats, engaging in mutually beneficial associations with trees. Members of this family are recognized by their characteristic brittleness, with Russula farinipes possessing specific attributes that distinguish it within its genus.

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Attributes of Russula farinipes

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Cap Diameter
3 - 6 cm
Height
3 - 8 cm
Cap
Cap 3 - 7 cm wide; tinted pale ivory, straw-colored, roll-colored or yellow-white, sometimes green-yellow; thin edge initially curved, later sticks out, quite elastic, strongly grooved to fluted
Cap Shape
Convex, Depressed
Cap Surfaces
Visible lines or stripes
Gill Attachment
Attached
Stem
Stem 15 - 23 cm long, 2.5 - 6 cm thick; long, cylindrical; white to straw yellow; covered with very fine rust-colored scales, at the base often a bit rusty and pointed
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Smooth to slightly fibrous
Flesh
Yellowish in color under the hat skin
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Slightly fruity aroma.
Body Color
BrownGreenYellowWhite
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
You can find Russula farinipes by these plants
Spruces, Pines, Oaks, European beech
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland
Species Status
Rather rare
Endangered Species
No

Scientific Classification of Russula farinipes

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Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Russulales
Family
Russulaceae
Genus
Russulas
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Toxicity and Edibility of Russula farinipes

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Is Russula farinipes Toxic?

Ingesting Russula farinipes can lead to mild digestive upsets. This fungus, lacking any unique distinguishing traits, is commonly found across various environments when in season. For accurate identification, always consult professionals, as harmless fungi can resemble toxic ones.

Type of poisoning
Gastrointestinal
Toxic Severity
Low toxicity
Incubation Period
0.5-4 hours
Poisoning Symptoms
Experience of minor digestive upset in the stomach and intestines.