Key Identification Features
- Cap variable: purple, violet, green, gray, mixed or spotted colors
- 5–15 cm
- gills greasy or oily to touch, flexible — NOT brittle like most Russula
- flesh white and firm
- mild taste
- one of the most common and best edible Russula species in Europe and North America
Preparation Notes
One of the best edible Russula; saute, fry, or add to soups; the greasy flexible gills confirm ID
Regions Found
Region data not available
Look-Alikes
No documented look-alikes on record.
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