Lactarius vellereus (Fries 1821 : Fries) Fries 1838 (Family Russulaceae)

Ectomycorrhizal, August - November (Earliest: 4.8)
Cap: 50-300mm, Stem: 25x15-80x65mm, Gills: L=130-180, I=1-5

Protective Chemicals
Sesquiterpenoids Isovelleral, Lactarorufin, Lactaroscrobiculide, Stearoylvelutinal, Velleral, Velutinal

Biotopes:
Beech Forest

Spruce Forest
Mycorrhizae:
Fagaceae

Abies alba

Pinus sylvestris
Fungivores:
Mycetophila spectabilis Larva
Decomposers:
Fannia canicularis Larva

Memento des Champignons: Lactaire velouté


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