Russula pulchra is a species of mushroom characterized by its small to medium size, typically 2-5 cm in diameter, with a pinkish-red to reddish-brown cap and white gills. The stem is white to pale yellow, often stout and short. In East and Central Texas, Russula pulchra is commonly found growing on the ground in woodland areas, particularly under oak and pine trees, during the summer and fall months. It is a mycorrhizal fungus, forming symbiotic relationships with the roots of trees. The species is considered edible, but caution is advised due to potential confusion with other Russula species that may be toxic.
Pink brittlegill mushrooms Russula pulchra(?) with red-tinted stems in Little Thicket Nature Sanctuary. Found at mushroom walk of GSMS. Cleveland, Texas, November 3, 2018
Pink brittlegill mushrooms Russula pulchra(?) in low lying are near the creek on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, August 7, 2020
Young toad with pink brittlegill mushrooms Russula pulchra(?) on Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, August 7, 2020
Pink brittlegill mushrooms Russula pulchra(?) on muddy soil on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, September 18, 2022
Underside of pink brittlegill mushrooms Russula pulchra(?) on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, September 18, 2022
Gills of a pink brittlegill mushroom Russula pulchra(?) damaged by insects on Caney Creek section of Lone Star Hiking Trail in Sam Houston National Forest north from Montgomery. Texas, September 18, 2022
Side view of pink brittlegill mushrooms Russula pulchra(?) in Hensel Park. College Station, Texas, May 8, 2023
Underside of pink brittlegill mushrooms Russula pulchra(?) in Hensel Park. College Station, Texas, May 8, 2023
Cross section of pink brittlegill mushrooms Russula pulchra(?) in Hensel Park. College Station, Texas, May 8, 2023
Spores of pink brittlegill mushrooms Russula pulchra(?) collected in Hensel Park. College Station, Texas, May 8, 2023Observations of the fungus Russula pulchra in East and Central Texas reveal its presence in various locations, including Little Thicket Nature Sanctuary, Sam Houston National Forest, and Hensel Park. The mushrooms were found growing in low-lying areas near creeks, on muddy soil, and in wooded areas. They were observed at different times of the year, including November, August, September, and May. The mushrooms' characteristics, such as their pink color, red-tinted stems, and gill structure, were documented through photographs. In some cases, damage to the gills by insects was noted. Spores were also collected from specimens found in Hensel Park, providing further information about the species. Overall, these observations suggest that Russula pulchra is a relatively common species in East and Central Texas, with a wide range of habitats and a presence throughout much of the year.
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