Key Identification Features
- Flesh-pink to brick-red cap
- margin slightly overhanging gills (toothless)
- white gills that are crowded and forking
- mild nutty pleasant taste
- firm white flesh
- associated with oak and pine
Preparation Notes
Good edible with mild nutty flavor. Slice cap to verify no latex (none in Russula). Best sauteed.
Regions Found
Region data not available
Look-Alikes
No documented look-alikes on record.
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