Source-reviewed species profile
False saffron milkcap Lactarius deterrimus
Orange zoned cap, orange latex and rapid green staining; usually with spruce. This profile covers broad field features, season and habitat.
Learning content – not identification
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Field features
- Orange zoned cap, orange latex and rapid green staining; usually with spruce.
Habitat and search guidance
With spruce, often in young plantations and moss.
Season
Late 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
- Normlisten 2026 – Fagmykologisk råd
- Artsdatabanken – artsnavn og norske funn
- Giftinformasjonen – trygg sopptur
Last reviewed: 9 August 2026.