Page author: Wynn Tranfield
Lactarius olympianus
Specimens
Photos
Distribution: Western
Habitat: Conifer forests in PNW and Rocky Mountains
Conservation Status: Not of concern
Edibility: The European species L. zonarioides Kühner and Romagnesi is similar.
Description:
Edibility:
The European species L. zonarioides Kühner and Romagnesi is similar.
Identification Notes:
Lactarius olympianus is common in conifer forests throughout the PNW and Rocky Mountains from summer to fall. It is sometimes confused with species in the L. deliciosus group.
Accepted Name:
Lactarius olympianus Hesler & A.H. Sm.
Synonyms & Misapplications:
(none provided)
Additional Resources:
PNW Herbaria: Specimen records of Lactarius olympianus in the Consortium of Pacific Northwest Herbaria database
CalPhotos: Lactarius olympianus photos
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