Spotted milkcap mushrooms (Lactarius scrobiculatus) in Tarkhovka Park, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, August 2, 2024
Тарховка, Сестрорецк, Санкт-Петербург, Северо-Западный федеральный округ, 197706, РоссияSynonyms: Agaricus intermedius, Agaricus scrobiculatus, Galorrheus scrobiculatus, Lactifluus scrobiculatus.
Common name: spotted milkcap.
Russian names: Gruzd zhioltyy, Podgruzd zhioltyy, Grib podskriobysh, Volnukha zhioltaya, Gruzd yamchatyy.
Extract from Wikipedia article: Lactarius scrobiculatus, commonly known as the scrobiculate milk cap, is a basidiomycete fungus, belonging to the genus Lactarius, whose members are called "milk caps." Taxonomy places this species into subgenus Piperites, section Zonarii, subsection Scrobiculati. The distinctive fruiting bodies of this large fungus are locally common in forests throughout Europe and North America. It is regarded as inedible by some authors, but it is nevertheless eaten in parts of Europe.
Lactarius scrobiculatus is a species of mushroom that belongs to the family Russulaceae. It is characterized by its medium to large size, brownish-orange cap with yellowish or greenish tints, and distinctive reticulate pattern on the stem. In St. Petersburg, Leningrad Oblast, and north-western Russia, Lactarius scrobiculatus typically grows in coniferous forests, especially with spruce and pine, from late summer to early autumn. It is considered a rare species in the region, but can be found in areas with rich soil and adequate moisture.
Spotted milkcap mushrooms (Lactarius scrobiculatus) in Tarkhovka Park, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, August 2, 2024Тарховка, Сестрорецк, Санкт-Петербург, Северо-Западный федеральный округ, 197706, Россия
Gills of a spotted milkcap mushroom (Lactarius scrobiculatus) in Tarkhovka Park, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, August 2, 2024Тарховка, Сестрорецк, Санкт-Петербург, Северо-Западный федеральный округ, 197706, РоссияObservations of Lactarius scrobiculatus in Leningrad Oblast and north-western Russia reveal the presence of spotted milkcap mushrooms in specific regions. In Tarkhovka Park, located west of Saint Petersburg, sightings were recorded on August 2, 2024. The mushrooms exhibited characteristic features, including distinctive gills. The gills of a spotted milkcap mushroom observed in Tarkhovka Park displayed notable patterns and colors, providing insight into the species' morphology. These findings contribute to the understanding of Lactarius scrobiculatus in this geographic area, highlighting its presence in specific habitats within north-western Russia. Further observations in similar environments may yield additional information on the distribution and characteristics of this fungus species in the region. The recorded sightings provide valuable data for mycological studies in Leningrad Oblast and beyond.
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