Source-reviewed species profile
Northern milkcap Lactarius repraesentaneus
Yellow woolly cap; white latex turns violet where it meets the flesh. This profile covers broad field features, season and habitat for learning.
Learning content – not identification
Images, text and app suggestions cannot confirm a species or food safety.
Field features
- Yellow woolly cap; white latex turns violet where it meets the flesh.
Habitat and search guidance
Moist woodland with birch or spruce, often in northern regions.
Season
Summer and autumn.
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.