Lactarius controversus
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Summary
Source: WikipediaLactarius controversus, commonly known as the poplar milkcap, is a large funnel-capped fungus within the genus Lactarius, which are collectively known as 'milk caps'. They all exude milky drops (lactate) from the flesh and gills when damaged. The species is classified as inedible but has sometimes been collected in Eurasia.
Description
A mushroom in the Russulaceae family found in temperate regions.
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Edible Uses
The mushroom fruiting body is edible.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Europe, Romania, Russia,
References (3)
- Boa, E. R., 2004, Wild edible fungi and their importance to people. FAO Non Wood Forest Products Booklet 17
- Luczaj, L., et al, 2015, Wild food plants and fungi used by Ukrainians in the western part of the Maramureş region in Romania. Acta Soc Bot Pol 84(3):339–346
- www.plantnames.unimelb.edu.au
