Lactarius controversus
A species of Milk-caps Scientific name : Lactarius controversus Genus : Milk-caps
Lactarius controversus, A species of Milk-caps
Scientific name: Lactarius controversus
Genus: Milk-caps
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Description
Blushing milkcap (Lactarius controversus) is so named because of the blushing pink color of its gills and the pink edges of its white cap. The name milkcap refers to the white milky sap that is produced when the mushroom is damaged. Lactarius controversus usually lives in a symbiotic relationship with aspens and willows. It is known for its rather firm flesh.
Colors
White
Purple
Pink
Habitat
Mycorrhizal with species of Populus and Salix
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General Info
Toxicity
Lactarius controversus is a mushroom with associated gastrointestinal toxicity, causing distress like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Severe cases can manifest as vision issues, movement disorders, or potential kidney and liver damage. Lactarius controversus is identifiable by its distinct physical features; however, it should not be consumed due to potential harmful effects.
Habitat
Mycorrhizal with species of Populus and Salix
Growth Form
Mycorrhizal; solitary, gregarious
Sporocarp Height
30 cm
Cap Diameter
7-30 cm
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
Smell
Odor pleasantly fragrant; taste slowly moderately to strongly acrid
Spore Print
Creamy white, pale pinkish
Species Status
Widely distributed in northern and montane North America
How to identify it?
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Russulales Family
Russulaceae Genus
Milk-caps Species
Lactarius controversus 
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