Synonyms: Agaricus camphoratus, Agaricus cimicarius, Agaricus rutaceus, Agaricus subdulcis, Galorrheus camphoratus, Lactarius cimicarius, Lactarius fragilis, Lactarius rutaceus, Lactarius subdulcis, Lactarius terryi, Lactifluus camphoratus, Lactifluus rutaceus, Lactifluus terryi.
Common name: curry milkcap.
Extract from Wikipedia article: Candy cap or curry milkcap is the English-language common name for several closely related edible species of Lactarius; L. camphoratus, L. fragilis, and L. rubidus. These mushrooms are valued for their highly aromatic qualities and are used culinarily as a mere flavoring rather than as a constituent of a full meal.
Finnish: Sikurirousku, German: Kampfer-Milchling, Hungarian: Kámfor-tejelőgomba, Japanese: ニオイワチチタケ, Lithuanian: Kamparinis piengrybis, Polish: Mleczaj kamforowy, Romanian: Lăptucă camforată, Russian: Млечник камфорный, Serbian: Цикоријевка, Swedish: Kamferriska, Ukrainian: Хрящ-молочник камфорний.
Lactarius camphoratus is a species of mushroom characterized by its small to medium size, reddish-brown to orange-brown cap, and white to pale yellow gills. It has a distinctive camphorous odor and taste. In East and Central Texas, Lactarius camphoratus is typically found in association with oak and pine trees, particularly in sandy soils and wooded areas. Fruitings often occur from June to October, with peak activity during the summer months. The fungus is considered uncommon to rare in the region, but can be locally abundant in suitable habitats.
Candy cap mushroom (milkcap Lactarius camphoratus(?)) and a milkcap with a parasitic fungus Peckiella camphorati (Hypomyces camphorati) in Little Thicket Nature Sanctuary. Cleveland, Texas, November 3, 2018
Sam Houston National Forest, 394 FM 1375, New Waverly, TX 77358, USA
Milkcap mushroom Lactarius camphoratus(?) infected by a parasitic fungus Peckiella camphorati (Hypomyces camphorati) in Little Thicket Nature Sanctuary. Cleveland, Texas, November 3, 2018Sam Houston National Forest, 394 FM 1375, New Waverly, TX 77358, USAIn East and Central Texas, observations of the fungus Lactarius camphoratus have been recorded. In Little Thicket Nature Sanctuary, Cleveland, Texas, a candy cap mushroom, identified as milkcap Lactarius camphoratus(?), was found on November 3, 2018. Additionally, a milkcap mushroom, also believed to be Lactarius camphoratus(?), was observed infected by a parasitic fungus Peckiella camphorati (Hypomyces camphorati) at the same location and date. The presence of this parasitic fungus on the milkcap mushroom suggests an interesting interaction between the two species in this region. These observations highlight the diversity of fungal species in East and Central Texas, particularly in areas like Little Thicket Nature Sanctuary, which provides a habitat for various fungi to thrive. The infection of Lactarius camphoratus by Peckiella camphorati is a notable finding, showcasing the complex relationships within the fungal community.
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