Yellow brittlegill mushrooms (Russula risigallina, Russula lutea) near Lisiy Nos, south from Saint Petersburg. Russia, September 3, 2016
Primorskoye sh., g. Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197755Synonyms: Agaricus chamaeleontinus, Agaricus luteus, Agaricus risigallinus, Agaricus vitellinus, Russula armeniaca, Russula chamaeleontina, Russula lutea, Russula luteorosella, Russula ochracea, Russula singeriana, Russula vitellina.
Common name: golden brittlegill.
Russian name: Syroezhka zolotisto-zheltaya.
Extract from Wikipedia article: Russula risigallina is a species of mushroom. It was previously known as R. chamaeleontina. It is a small yellow russula that is edible and good-tasting, although identifying the species correctly can be difficult. This mushroom can be found in various countries throughout Europe.
Russula risigallina is a small to medium-sized mushroom with a yellowish-brown cap and white gills. It grows in association with coniferous trees, particularly spruce and pine. In St. Petersburg and Leningrad Oblast, it has been found in mixed forests and heathlands, typically fruiting from July to September. In north-western Russia, it is considered a rare species, with scattered records in the Murmansk, Arkhangelsk, and Vologda regions, where it inhabits similar habitats.
Yellow brittlegill mushrooms (Russula risigallina, Russula lutea) near Lisiy Nos, south from Saint Petersburg. Russia, September 3, 2016Primorskoye sh., g. Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197755Observations of the fungus Russula risigallina in Leningrad Oblast and north-western Russia reveal its presence in specific regions. The species has been spotted near Lisiy Nos, south of Saint Petersburg, where yellow brittlegill mushrooms (Russula risigallina, Russula lutea) were found on September 3, 2016. The fungus tends to thrive in certain environments, likely preferring moist and temperate conditions. Further observations may be necessary to fully understand its distribution and habits in the region. The discovery of Russula risigallina in this area highlights the diversity of fungal species in north-western Russia and Leningrad Oblast, emphasizing the importance of continued exploration and documentation of the local mycological landscape. Additional research could provide insights into the ecological role and potential uses of this fungus.
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