Lactarius xanthogalactus, commonly known as the yellow-staining milkcap is a species of fungus in the family Russulaceae. Several other Lactarius species that bear resemblance to L. xanthogalactus, but most can be distinguished by differences in staining reactions, macroscopic characteristics, or habitat.
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Is it poisonous?
We have no record of Yellow-staining Milk Cap being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
Easily confused with
- Lactarius chrysorrheus — considered toxic
- Lactarius vinaceorufescens — considered toxic
Classification
- Kingdom
- Fungi
- Phylum
- Basidiomycota
- Class
- Agaricomycetes
- Order
- Russulales
- Family
- Russulaceae
- Genus
- Lactarius
- Species
- Lactarius xanthogalactus
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