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Weeping Milk Cap

Lactifluus volemus, Russulaceae

Zones
4–9
Layer
Root
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Beneficial Insect HabitatDynamic Accumulator

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)

Water

Moderate (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

American Caesar's AmanitaAmanita caesareoides
Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Poplar MilkcapLactarius controversus

Closely related milkcap fungi competing for identical mycorrhizal host tree partnerships

Golden HypomycesHypomyces chrysospermus

Hypomyces specifically parasitizes and inhibits Lactifluus species in warm temperate forests

Uses

Functions

Mycorrhizal AssociationNutrient CyclingSoil BuildingHardwood Support

Edible Parts

Mushroom Caps

Common Questions

What zones does Weeping Milk Cap grow in?

Weeping Milk Cap grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Weeping Milk Cap?

Good companions for Weeping Milk Cap include American Caesar's Amanita.

Design guilds with Weeping Milk Cap and see companion relationships visually.

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