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Side view of celandine milkcap mushroom (Lactarius ...

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Side view of celandine milkcap mushroom (Lactarius chelidonium) on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, November 28, 2021



The Celandine milkcap mushroom, Lactarius chelidonium, is seen here in a side view, growing on the Caney Creek Trail (part of the Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest, located north of Montgomery, Texas. This photograph was taken on November 28, 2021. The mushroom's bright yellow to orange cap and white stem are easily recognizable against the forest floor, making it a standout species among other fungi. - generated by AI

The image presents a close-up view of a celandine milkcap mushroom (Lactarius chelidonium), showcasing its distinctive features. The mushroom's cap is characterized by its flat, broad shape and tan color with white streaks along the edges. The stem is shorter than the cap, tapering slightly towards the base, and is colored orange-brown.

The gills are white at the top of the cap but gradually turn brown as they near the stem. A small amount of white latex can be seen oozing from a broken tip on the stem's right side. The mushroom rests on damp dirt covered with dry leaves, surrounded by other fallen leaf litter and twigs.

The background of the image is filled with various plant debris, including dried brown leaves, smaller sticks, and green vegetation visible in the upper-right corner. – AI vision

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