![]() Because of this, they’ll always be found around trees. They’re also found in East Asia, Central America, and France.īlue milkcaps are mycorrhizal, forming mutualistic relationships with their preferred tree species. It can be found in Texas and Arizona but does not grow on the West Coast or Pacific Northwest. The indigo milk cap grows in the eastern, southeastern, and southwestern United States. June through October, depending on region and climate. Indigo milky caps by Sandra on Mushroom Observer In Honduras and Mexico, this mushroom is collected and sold in markets. Indigo milkies are even being used as a dye for cellular biologists. If you’re interested in learning about using mushrooms as a natural dye, International Mushroom Dye Institute is a phenomenal resource. To learn more about dying with indigo milkies, check out this article. In many areas, they will appear starting in late spring and continue through late fall. The great thing about indigo milky caps is their long fruiting season. And, the peppery milkcap is appropriately named – it will burn your tongue. Many milky caps are inedible due to their bitter taste. It is not unheard of for a Lactarius species to be bitter or spicy. The caps on this type don’t get larger than 3 inches in diameter with a stem averaging. diminutivus, the smaller indigo milk cap. A smaller variant of the blue milky cap is already differentiated (unsure if it is scientifically DNA separated). It wouldn’t be surprising to learn, after some intensive DNA analysis, that there is actually more than one species. Blue milky cap mushroom by dianelily on Mushroom Observer The range and habitat for this species are rather diverse, so it makes sense its taste might be as well. It may be that specimens in different regions have various bitterness or peppery qualities. Some mushroom hunters report it as mediocre, citing a bitter or peppery taste and grainy texture. However, not everyone agrees on their desirability. ![]() However, just recently, in 2007, five new to science species were reported from Malaysia.īlue milk mushrooms are sought after by foragers due to their choice edibility. This blue mushroom is somewhat rare in appearance, and many thought it to be the only one with this particular deep blue-violet milky latex. Lactarius indigo by Icyurmt on Mushroom Observer, bleeding blue The gills are brilliant blue, and when you cut them, they bleed a deep blue milky latex substance. ![]() Indigo milk cap mushroom caps range from bright blue to a somewhat subdued blueish-gray cap, and this colorful cap hides a beautiful surprise underneath. It is part of a family of milk caps that also includes the saffron milky cap. The indigo milky cap mushroom is also commonly called the blue lactarius, indigo lactarius, blue milk mushroom, and indigo milk cap. ![]()
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