A robust, medium-sized agaric characterized by its scaly brown cap and flesh that quickly turns bright red when cut or bruised, eventually darkening to brown. Unlike the common button mushroom, it is typically found in coniferous forests, often in large troops. It is a saprobic species that plays a role in decomposing forest litter.
Widespread across Europe, North America, and parts of Asia.
No strains cataloged yet for this species.
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