Hygrophorus pustulatus (Persoon 1801 : Fries) Fries 1838 (Family Hygrophoraceae)

Ectomycorrhizal, September - January (Earliest: 17.9)
Cap: 15-60mm, Stem: 30x3-70x9mm, Gills: L=21-30, I=1-3

Protective Chemicals
Alkenes Hygrophorone

Biotopes:
Spruce Forest
Microhabitat:
Dead Needles
Mycorrhizae:
Several Pinaceae

Mushroom Expert: Hygrocybe pustulatus


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