Lactarius rubrilacteus
(Bleeding Milk Cap)

Habitat

Mycorrhizal with Douglas Fir trees in Colorado.

Description

Part of the Lactarius deliciosus group. They quickly stain blue / green where nicked or injured. The cap has a circular radiating pattern and a red latex when cut.

Location

Colorado

Smell

Pleasant

Spore Print

Yellow

Edibility

Edible

Color

Orange

Last Updated

Jun 25 2025 10:38 AM

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