Green-cracking russula
Russula virescens
The green-cracking russula has a pale green cap that cracks into darker green angular patches. Its gills are white and crowded and its stem is firm and white. Pale young specimens can be confused with the deadly death cap.
Where it's found
On soil in deciduous and mixed forests, partnering oaks, beech and aspen; fruits in summer to early autumn in Europe.
Distribution
Found in Eurasia, North Africa and possibly Central America.
Similar species
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