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Pinkmottle Woodwax

Hygrophorus russula

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Description:

Features defining Hygrophorus russula include its russula-like stature, the reddish spotting on the mature gills, the habitat under hardwoods, and the fact that the cap and stem often feature streaks and spots of purplish pink shades.

Habitat:

Mount Chortiatis mainly beech forest.

Notes:

Greek name: Υγροφόρος η ρούσσουλα.
Fruitbody of Hygrophorus russula is ectomycorrhizal with live root of Ectomycorrhizal broadleaved trees and shrubs.

Reference Links:

Pinkmottle Woodwax - Hygrophorus russula - Overview, Hygrophorus russula

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