Source-reviewed species profile
Curry milkcap Lactarius camphoratus
Small red-brown milkcap with watery latex and a curry-like smell when drying. This profile covers broad field features, season and habitat for learning.
Where can I find curry milkcap?
Moist coniferous and mixed woodland, often with spruce.
In Mycoverse you can select Curry milkcap and compare candidate search areas using a species-specific assessment of rainfall, estimated soil moisture, temperature, forest type, tree signals, canopy cover, terrain and season. Where source coverage is available, the assessment also uses historical species observations. Historical observations are historical data, not recent finds.
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Field features
- Small red-brown milkcap with watery latex and a curry-like smell when drying.
Habitat and search guidance
Moist coniferous and mixed woodland, often with spruce.
Months
June–November
Safety status
Included with a food status in the Norwegian 2026 Norm List. This learning profile never confirms a finding or that it is safe to eat. Use qualified local expertise.
Sources and review status
Last reviewed: 25 August 2026.