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Russula wax cap
Hygrophorus russula

Family: Hygrophoraceae


What it is like

A mushroom.


Where it is found

It is a temperate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Andorra, Asia, Central America, China, Europe, Greece, Guatemala, Italy, Mediterranean, Mexico, North America, Russia, Spain


How it is used for food

Some specimens are bitter and therefore not edible.

It is sold in local markets.

Edible parts

Mushroom, fungus


How it is grown


Its other names

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