Russula integra

The cap is almost shaped like a sphere at first, and soon becomes flattened or depressed; it is broad. The cuticle is shiny, varies in color, but is usually brown and tinged with violet, purple, yellow, or green. The gills are thick, widely spaced, easily crumbled into small pieces, white at first and then turns bright yellow eventually. The stipe is thick and white, but stains yellow or russet with age; it measures long and thick. The spore print is yellow-ochre, broadly elliptical, and has amyloid warts. Similar species Russula mustelina is similar, with a brown cap, white stalk, yellow spores, and firm flesh. ==Habitat and distribution==

The species is widely distributed and can commonly be found scattered under conifers. It can commonly be found in spruce forests or fir forests in the mountains. The species is rare in New York and can be found there in August. ==Edibility==

The species has a crunchy texture and tastes nutty. It is popular to eat in Northern According to David Arora, the species is good when it is young. There are similar-looking species with unknown edibility. ==References==