| 21. | "Russula crustosa " is a mycorrhizal fungus and associated with broadleaf trees, particularly oak and hickory.
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| 22. | "Asterophora parasitica " is commonly known as the " parasitic asterophora " or the " Russula parasite ".
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| 23. | The species name is derived from its reddish coloration, reminiscent of members of the genus " Russula ".
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| 24. | Russulas ( pronounced rush'ella ) and lactarius both have mushroom caps that look like concave bowls poking through the ground.
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| 25. | Break off a lactarius and it will ooze a thick milky white latex-like substance, while russulas won't.
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| 26. | The brittle texture of " Russula " fruitbodies makes them different from other mushrooms and is not appreciated by some.
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| 27. | It can be confused with other white " Russula " species and certain white " Lactarius " species.
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| 28. | Common names for the species include " crusty Russula ", " green quilt Russula ", and " encrusted Russula ".
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| 29. | Common names for the species include " crusty Russula ", " green quilt Russula ", and " encrusted Russula ".
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| 30. | Common names for the species include " crusty Russula ", " green quilt Russula ", and " encrusted Russula ".
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