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Seeing a small bright orange mushroom in the forest, everyone, even a novice mushroom picker, immediately understands that it is a camelina mushroom. You can recognize it not only by color, but also by shape. These fruiting bodies have a small cap (on average 6 cm), first flat and then funnel-shaped with inwardly curved edges. The caps of some adult specimens reach a diameter of up to 17 cm. The surface of the fruiting body is moist and slightly sticky. Mushroom mushrooms grow every year in the same place, forming entire families.
All lovers of “quiet hunting” know that the quality and abundance of the forest harvest will depend on various factors. In particular, it is necessary to know in which forests saffron mushrooms grow. First of all, it is worth noting that these fruiting bodies are found almost throughout the entire territory of the Federation. In addition, mushrooms are popular in Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Belarus, and also in Moldova.
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Habitats of mushrooms: in what forests do these mushrooms grow
There are two main types of mushrooms – spruce and pine. From this we can conclude where exactly mushroom mushrooms grow, in which forests. But it is known that these fruiting bodies settle not only in coniferous forests. So, often they can be found in mixed forests. It should be said that the camelina will grow even in those mixed forests where coniferous trees are represented in small quantities.
Unlike the “royal” white fungus, which prefers only mature forests, the saffron loves young growth very much: pines, firs, cedars and spruces.
And if the spruce camelina grows mainly in the forest, then the pine species can settle even near a single tree growing in a park, square or city limits.
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As already mentioned, mushrooms grow in large groups, but there are also single specimens, which is extremely rare. Interestingly, these mushrooms are also found in deciduous forests, if at least a few coniferous trees live there.
So, it is better to look for mushrooms in coniferous and mixed forests, especially in those areas where there is light forest. Mushroom pickers with experience know perfectly well where and in what forest mushrooms grow.
Therefore, in order not to wander in search of their favorite mushrooms, novice “hunters” can ask their more experienced colleagues which roads lead to hot places.
Some lovers of “silent hunting” prefer to look for mushrooms from the north side of the tree first. In their opinion, it is here that the largest and strongest fruiting bodies grow. In addition, the camelina has a companion mushroom – butterdish, growing near the pines. Having found a tree with such mushrooms in June-August, return to this place in a month or two (August-September). With a high probability, it will be possible to collect a good harvest of young and beautiful mushrooms here.
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For more information about the forests in which saffron mushrooms grow, see the photo. These fruiting bodies have different shades of caps, but they all live up to their name. The color of the camelina will depend on the specific type of tree with which it forms mycorrhiza.
In addition, the color can be influenced by climatic conditions, the time of collection and the age of the fungus. So, the color of the saffron milk cap varies from light orange and red to red and rich copper. The surface of the cap of the old mushroom sometimes acquires a greenish color.
The video below also shows what kind of forest the mushrooms grow in and what they look like.
What other places do redheads like?
Having decided on a trip to the forest, you need to find out exactly where mushroom mushrooms grow. I must say that some specimens can be seen quite simply, while others are well hidden. Therefore, you need to walk through the forest carefully and look under your feet so as not to damage the fruiting bodies. Having found only 1 saffron milk cap, look around: there are sure to be several more specimens nearby.
As for the habitats of saffron mushrooms in the forest, they prefer sandy soils. They nest in moss or short grass. Sometimes it is really difficult to notice them in the grass, even despite the bright hat, so it is advisable to “arm yourself” with a special stick. With such a “tool” it is very convenient to move away blades of grass and fallen needles, in which fruiting bodies can also hide. So, having come to the forest, it is recommended to pay attention to the bumps and small performances, where, most likely, a pleasant “surprise” awaits. Quite often, mushrooms also grow in young forest clearings.
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Once in a coniferous or mixed forest, you should also find an edge, a clearing or an open clearing, illuminated by the sun’s rays.
For example, among the places where mushrooms grow, one can note overgrown fields, on which shrubs and small spruces have already been placed.
Often, these mushrooms are found on the sides of forest roads and along long ditches, where the sun warms the earth well.
Camelina grows especially massively among coniferous trees, the height of which does not exceed 5 m.
It is also important to note which places mushrooms do not like. So, they do not tolerate waterlogged soil and shady areas. In such areas, it makes no sense to look for your favorite mushrooms, even if coniferous trees grow nearby.
Knowing the places where mushrooms grow, every connoisseur of “silent hunting” will be able to secure a good mushroom harvest.
To what temperature do mushrooms grow in the forest and when to pick mushrooms
Traditionally, mushrooms grow from July to September. However, favorable weather conditions can prolong their fruiting. So, for example, if the weather allows, then the first fruiting bodies can be found already in June, and the last – in early November. The picking season for mushrooms is in August and September.
Some novice mushroom pickers may wonder, to what temperature do mushrooms grow in the forest? It is known that this mushroom is very fond of heat and sunlight. Favorable temperature for the abundant growth of mushrooms is not less than + 10 ° С. As a rule, after the first frost, mushrooms completely disappear.
By the way, it is recommended to collect mushrooms in the early morning, when the dew on the grass has not yet evaporated. In this case, the caps of the fruiting bodies will shine in the sun, which means that they will be clearly visible. In addition, it is not recommended to cut mushrooms, as this can damage the mycelium. It is best to carefully unscrew the fruiting body from the ground in a clockwise direction.