The inedible and less common
Laccaria pumila and
Laccaria tortilis differ in that they are smaller (under 35 mm broad) and prefer high elevations. The edible and similar-looking
Laccaria proxima and
Laccaria nobilis differ in that the cap is larger (up to 8 cm broad) and slightly scalier. The edible
Laccaria bicolor differs in that the gills are faintly purplish.
See also
Laccaria amethystina.