Cap convex to flat in shape, with a sticky, gelatinous surface (in moist conditions). Gills adnexed, close, and pallid or pale violet in colour, becoming rusty brown as the spores mature. Stem solid, equal, has transverse scaly-looking bands and is covered in the veil's slimy remains, which are blue-tinged. The lower part is coloured brown. Spore print rusty brown.
Microscopic Features: The spores are thick-walled, with an ellipsoidal, lemon-shaped, or almond-shaped appearance, and a rough and verrucose texture. They measure 13-16 x 7.5-9.5μm and are inamyloid.
Cortinarius collinitus on the First Nature Web site.
Cortinarius collinitus on the MushroomExpert.Com Web site.
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