-Boletus Erythopus-

 

 

It is edible but can be confused with poisonous Boletus Luridus. Occurring in deciduous woodland and pine forests, this bolete is often found among bilberries.

 
Cap :

With its slightly greasy surface and 'penny bun' surface texture, the yellow-brown to reddish-brown caps of Boletus edulis range from 10 to 30 cm diameter at maturity. The margin is usually a lighter colour than the rest of the cap; and when cut, the cap flesh remains white, with no hint of bluing. Under the cap the pores are a yellowish-white.

 

Stipe :

A faint white net pattern is generally visible on the cream background of the stem. Clavate (club-shaped) or barrel-shaped, the stem is 10 to 20 cm tall and up to 10 cm in diameter at its widest point. The stem flesh is white and solid.

 

 Habitat :

On soil beneath trees, notably beech, conifers and oak.

 

 

Occurence :

June to October.