Synonyms: Agaricus cyanoxanthus, Agaricus lividus, Hypophyllum virens, Russula angustata, Russula cutefracta, Russula cutifracta, Russula flavoviridis, Russula peltereaui, Russula subacerba, Russula variata.
Common name: charcoal burner.
Extract from Wikipedia article: Russula cyanoxantha, synonymous with R. xyanoxantha, commonly known as the charcoal burner, is a basidiomycete mushroom, distinguished from most other members of the genus Russula by the fact that its gills do not split, but are soft and flexible. It is one of the most common species of Russula in Europe.
Basque: Urritx, Catalan: Cualbra morada, Chinese: 藍黃紅菇, Czech: Holubinka namodralá, Dutch: Regenboogrussula, Estonian: Siniroheline pilvik, Finnish: Kyyhkyhapero, French: Russule charbonnière, Georgian: ღვინიო, German: Frauen-Täubling, Hungarian: Kékhátú galambgomba, Lithuanian: Melsvažalė ūmėdė, Polish: Gołąbek zielonawofioletowy, Romanian: Vinețica porumbeilor, Russian: Сыроежка сине-жёлтая, Sakha: Күөх сиик тэллэйэ, Serbian: Љубичастозелена красница, Slovenian: Modrikasta golobica, Swedish: Brokkremla, Ukrainian: Сироїжка синьо-зелена.
Russula cyanoxantha is a species of mushroom characterized by its purple to blue-purple cap, white gills, and white spores. In East and Central Texas, it typically fruits from June to October, often in association with oak and pine trees. The cap ranges from 3-8 cm in diameter, and the stem is white, stout, and up to 6 cm long. This species is considered edible and has been found in various habitats, including woodland edges, savannas, and urban parks, throughout the region.
Grey and green charcoal burner brittlegill mushrooms Russula cyanoxantha in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, June 10, 2018
Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Side view of grey and green charcoal burner brittlegill mushrooms Russula cyanoxantha in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, June 10, 2018Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Pale violet charcoal burner brittlegill mushroom Russula cyanoxantha in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, June 10, 2018Raccoon Run, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Greenish charcoal burner brittlegill mushroom Russula cyanoxantha in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, June 24, 2018Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Charcoal burner brittlegill mushrooms Russula cyanoxantha in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, September 18, 2018Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Dark-green brittlegill mushrooms Charcoal burner (Russula cyanoxantha) on a sandy path in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, May 15, 2020Raccoon Run, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Underside of Charcoal burner brittlegill mushrooms (Russula cyanoxantha) in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, May 15, 2020Raccoon Run, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Charcoal burner brittlegill mushrooms (Russula cyanoxantha) in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, May 26, 2020Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Underside of brittlegill mushrooms Russula cyanoxantha in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest. Shepherd, Texas, October 11, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Coldspring, TX 77331, USA
Charcoal burner brittlegill mushrooms (Russula cyanoxantha) in Big Creek Scenic Area of Sam Houston National Forest. Shepherd, Texas, October 11, 2020Lone Star Hiking Trail, Coldspring, TX 77331, USA
Charcoal burner brittlegill mushrooms (Russula cyanoxantha) in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, June 20, 2021Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Cross section of charcoal burner brittlegill mushrooms (Russula cyanoxantha) in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, June 20, 2021Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Brittlegill mushrooms Russula cyanoxantha on Winters Bayou Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Cleveland, Texas, July 18, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, Cleveland, TX 77328, USA
Charcoal burner mushrooms (Russula cyanoxantha) on Winters Bayou Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Cleveland, Texas, July 18, 2021Lone Star Hiking Trail, Cleveland, TX 77328, USA
Dark green brittlegill mushrooms Charcoal burner (Russula cyanoxantha) on a sandy path in area of oxbows in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, October 28, 2021Racoon Run Trail, College Station, Brazos County, Texas, United States
Underside of dark green brittlegill mushrooms Charcoal burner (Russula cyanoxantha) on Racoon Run Trail in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, October 28, 2021Racoon Run Trail, College Station, Brazos County, Texas, United States
Cross section of dark green brittlegill mushrooms Charcoal burner (Russula cyanoxantha) on Racoon Run Trail in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, October 28, 2021Racoon Run Trail, College Station, Brazos County, Texas, United States
Charcoal burner mushrooms (Russula cyanoxantha) on a sandy path in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, June 1, 2022Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, Brazos County, Texas, United States
Brittlegill mushrooms Russula cyanoxantha on a sandy path in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, June 1, 2022Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, Brazos County, Texas, United States
Charcoal burner brittlegill mushrooms (Russula cyanoxantha) on a gravel path in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, April 16, 2024Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, Brazos County, Texas, United States
Underside of charcoal burner brittlegill mushrooms (Russula cyanoxantha) on a gravel path in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, April 16, 2024Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, Brazos County, Texas, United States
Caps of charcoal burner brittlegill mushrooms (Russula cyanoxantha) on a gravel path in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, April 16, 2024Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, Brazos County, Texas, United States
Spores of greenish black brittlegill mushrooms Russula cyanoxantha from a gravel path collected in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, April 16, 2024
Charcoal burner mushroom (Russula cyanoxantha) in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, May 3, 2024Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, Brazos County, Texas, United States
Underside of charcoal burner mushroom (Russula cyanoxantha) in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, May 3, 2024Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, Brazos County, Texas, United States
Cross section of charcoal burner mushroom (Russula cyanoxantha) in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, May 3, 2024Iron Bridge Trail, College Station, Brazos County, Texas, United StatesThe fungus Russula cyanoxantha was observed in East and Central Texas from 2018 to 2024. The majority of sightings were in Lick Creek Park, College Station, with additional observations in Sam Houston National Forest. The mushrooms were found on sandy and gravel paths, and exhibited varying colors including grey, green, pale violet, and dark green. Multiple observations were made throughout the year, with a concentration in spring and fall. The observations included views of the mushroom's cap, underside, and cross-section, as well as its spores. The consistent presence of Russula cyanoxantha in these areas suggests it is a common species in East and Central Texas, particularly in wooded areas with sandy or gravelly soil. Overall, the observations provide a comprehensive record of the fungus's appearance and habitat in the region.
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