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Cedar Milkcap

Lactarius thyinos, Russulaceae

Zones
5–9
Layer
Root
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (fruiting)

Soil pH

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Black Sclerotial FungusCenococcum geophilum
Nutrient Accumulation
Red Belt FungusFomitopsis pinicola
Nutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Greencracked BrittlegillRussula virescens

Both are mycorrhizal fungi in the Russulaceae family competing for similar host tree associations

Uses

Functions

Mycorrhizal AssociationNutrient CyclingSoil Building

Edible Parts

Fruiting Body

Common Questions

What zones does Cedar Milkcap grow in?

Cedar Milkcap grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Cedar Milkcap?

Good companions for Cedar Milkcap include Black Sclerotial Fungus, Red Belt Fungus.

Design guilds with Cedar Milkcap and see companion relationships visually.

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