Page author: Wynn Tranfield
Russula crassotunicata
WTU specimens
Other herbaria
WTU images
Habitat: Old-growth forests
Substrate: Well rotted wood
Conservation Status: Not of concern
Description:
Identification:
A mostly white fungus often found growing on well rotted wood. Its cap may be somewhat creamy or yellowish and the gills and stipe often develop brownish stains. Its most distinctive characteristic is its thick, tough, rubbery cap cuticle that often can be completely peeled away from the cap flesh.
Accepted Name:
Russula crassotunicata Singer
Synonyms & Misapplications:
(none provided)
Additional Resources:
PNW Herbaria: Specimen records of Russula crassotunicata in the Consortium of Pacific Northwest Herbaria database.
CalPhotos: Russula crassotunicata photos.
4 photographs:
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