species 6,503 observations

Candy Cap

Lactarius rubidus

Field notes

Candy cap and curry milkcap are common names for two closely related species of Lactarius: L. camphoratus and L. rubidus. Additionally, L. rufulus is termed the southern candy cap. Many similar species are known.

Candy caps are valued for their highly aromatic qualities and are used as a flavoring.

Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided