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Rosy Gomphidius (Gomphidius roseus) — mushroom identification photo

Rosy Gomphidius

Gomphidius roseus

✓ Edible
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Cap color
Rosy-pink to red
Cap size
3-8cm
Gill color
White to gray
Gill attachment
Decurrent
Stem
White with yellow base
Texture
Slimy, soft
Habitat
Near Suillus bovinus under pine
Fruiting season
Summer-Fall
Peak season
Summer-Fall

Key Identification Features

Preparation Notes

Peel slimy cap skin. Edible but mediocre. Interesting association with Suillus bovinus.

Regions Found

Region data not available

Look-Alikes

No documented look-alikes on record.

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