Russula parvovirescens


Russula parvovirescens is a basidiomycete mushroom of the genus Russula. Found in the eastern United States, it was described as new to science in 2006.

Description

The green cap is convex with a nearly flat top and central depression, and wide; it has a quilted appearance due to cracks that increase near the margin. The stem is long and thick. The spore print is cream.

Similar species

It is similar in appearance to the more widespread Russula virescens and R. crustosa, but can be distinguished from those species by its smaller stature, and microscopically by the voluminous terminal cells of the cap cuticle.

Distribution and habitat

It appears in the eastern United States from June to September.