About Russula nobilis Velen.
This species, Russula nobilis Velen., has a red or rosy cap that is 3–6 cm wide. The cap shape ranges from convex to flat, or is slightly depressed, and it has a weakly sticky surface. The cap peels only to one-third of its radius, revealing pink flesh beneath the cuticle. The mushroom's flesh is firm, and is white or sometimes yellowish. It smells of coconut, and has a peppery taste. It is often damaged by slugs. The stem is 2–5 cm long and 1–1.5 cm wide, cylindrical, firmer than the conifer-associated Russula emetica, and white. The gills are narrowly spaced, adnexed, rounded, and white, often with a faint blue-green sheen. It produces a white spore print. This species forms mycorrhizal associations with beech (Fagus) trees, and grows in woodland areas where these trees occur. It is widespread and common across Europe, Asia, and North America.
