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Gomphidius glutinosus (Gomphidius glutinosus) — mushroom identification photo

Gomphidius glutinosus

Gomphidius glutinosus

✓ Edible
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Cap color
Grey to purple-grey, very slimy
Cap size
4–12 cm
Gill color
White then grey-black, decurrent
Gill attachment
Decurrent
Stem
White, slimy, yellow at base, solid
Texture
Firm grey-white flesh, slimy surface
Habitat
Under spruce and fir in montane and boreal forests
Peak season
Summer–Fall

Key Identification Features

Preparation Notes

Remove slimy cuticle before cooking; edible but mediocre flavor; best sautéed

Regions Found

Region data not available

Look-Alikes

No documented look-alikes on record.

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