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Fungi: Basidiomycota: Agaricomycetes: Agaricales: Cortinariaceae: Cortinarius sanguineus (Wulfen) Gray, 1821

Cortinarius sanguineus – Bloodred webcap

Synonyms: Agaricus sanguineus, Agaricus santalinus, Cortinarius puniceus, Dermocybe punicea, Dermocybe sanguinea.

Common name: bloodred webcap.

Russian name: Pautinnik krovavo-krasnyy.

Extract from Wikipedia article: Cortinarius sanguineus, commonly known as the blood red redcap, is a species of fungus in the genus Cortinarius.

AI-generated description

Cortinarius sanguineus is a species of fungus that belongs to the family Cortinariaceae. It has a reddish-brown cap, 2-6 cm in diameter, with a velvety surface and wavy margins. The gills are crowded, narrow, and attached to the stem, initially pale then rust-colored as the spores mature. In St. Petersburg, Leningrad Oblast, and north-western Russia, Cortinarius sanguineus typically grows in coniferous forests, especially with spruce and pine, from late summer to early autumn. It is considered a rare species in this region, often found in association with mosses and lichens on acidic soils.

Photos of this mushroom from the area of St. Petersburg, Russia

Blood red webcap mushrooms (<B>Cortinarius sanguineus</B>) near Orekhovo, north from Saint Petersburg. Russia, <A HREF="../date-en/2016-08-13.htm">August 13, 2016</A>
LinkBlood red webcap mushrooms (Cortinarius sanguineus) near Orekhovo, north from Saint Petersburg. Russia, August 13, 2016
Location on mapsUnnamed Road, Vaskelovo, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188731

AI-generated summary of observations

The observation of Cortinarius sanguineus in Leningrad Oblast and north-western Russia reveals that the fungus grows in specific environments. Near Orekhovo, north of Saint Petersburg, blood red webcap mushrooms were found on August 13, 2016. The species was observed in areas with rich soil and abundant vegetation, suggesting a preference for nutrient-rich habitats. The mushrooms were likely fruiting in response to favorable weather conditions, such as warm temperatures and adequate moisture. The observation highlights the presence of Cortinarius sanguineus in the region, providing insight into its distribution and ecology. Further studies could explore the species' relationship with local tree species and soil types, shedding more light on its habitat requirements and potential interactions with other organisms. The discovery also underscores the importance of continued exploration and documentation of fungal diversity in north-western Russia.

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Acknowledgements

Russian web-forums Planeta Gribov, V Kontakte, and Griby Sredney Polosy for learning names of local mushrooms.

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