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Gomphidius subroseus — Rosy Gomphidius — Gomphidiaceae


Small to medium mushroom. Cap convex, eventually shallowly depressed at the center; surface smooth, sticky, bright rosy-red aging to red-brown. Veil white, sticky, forming a thin ring that becomes darkened by the spores. Gills decurrent, well-spaced, white becoming gray. Stalk tapering down to the base, whitish but pale to bright yellow at the base. Parasitic on Suillus species. Mycorrhizal with conifers.

 
Habitat:   Solitary or in small groups) in deep duff in conifer forests. 

Scent: Mild

Spores: Black

Season: Autumn



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Sticky, rosy-red surface
Heart O' The Forest Trail, ONP

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Whitish stalk with yellow base
Heart O' The Forest Trail, ONP

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