Lactarius hygrophoroides
Berk. & M. A. Curtis
Russulaceae Edible: Mushroom, Fungus
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Description
Lactarius hygrophoroides is a mushroom in the Russulaceae family found in temperate deciduous woods.
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Edible Uses
It may be a choice edible mushroom, although some report its taste to be mild.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant. It grows in deciduous woods.
Where It Grows
Asia, China, Hong Kong, India, North America, USA,
References (3)
- Boa, E. R., 2004, Wild edible fungi and their importance to people. FAO Non Wood Forest Products Booklet 17
- NYBG Herbarium "edible"
- Thatoi, H. & Singdevsachan, S. K., 2014, Diversity, nutritional composition and medicinal potential of Indian mushrooms: A review. African Journal of Biotechnology 13(4): 523-545
