Primrose brittlegill mushrooms Russula sardonia in Sosnovka Park. Saint Petersburg, Russia, August 25, 2016Synonyms: Russula chrysodacryon, Russula drimeia, Russula emeticiformis.
Common name: primrose brittlegill.
Russian name: Syroezhka sardoniksovaya.
Extract from Wikipedia article: Russula sardonia, commonly known as the primrose brittlegill, is a mushroom of the genus Russula, which are commonly known as brittlegills. The fruiting body, or mushroom, is a reddish-purple, the colour of blackberry juice, and is found in coniferous woodland in summer and autumn. It is inedible, and like many inedible members of the genus, has a hot, peppery taste.
Russula sardonia is a medium-sized mushroom with a reddish-brown cap and white gills, found in coniferous forests. In St. Petersburg and Leningrad Oblast, it typically grows under pine trees from July to September. In north-western Russia, it is commonly encountered in mossy spruce and fir forests, often near sphagnum bogs, with a similar fruiting period. The species is considered rare in the region, but can be locally abundant in suitable habitats.
Primrose brittlegill mushrooms Russula sardonia in Sosnovka Park. Saint Petersburg, Russia, August 25, 2016The observation of Russula sardonia in Leningrad Oblast and north-western Russia reveals its presence in various habitats. In Sosnovka Park, Saint Petersburg, the fungus was found on August 25, 2016, indicating its summer to early autumn fruiting period. The species was observed growing in association with trees, likely coniferous or deciduous species, in a park setting. Further observations in the region may have noted the mushroom's preference for specific soil types, moisture levels, and vegetation communities. The fungus's distribution and abundance in these areas could be influenced by factors such as climate, land use, and forest management practices. Additional sightings in north-western Russia may have expanded the known range of Russula sardonia, providing valuable insights into its ecological requirements and biogeography. Observations of the species' morphology, size, and coloration can also contribute to a better understanding of its taxonomy and identification.
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