Inkstain Bolete - Boletus pulverulentus

Description

Cap 8 to 13 cm. The yellow pores and the reddish marks on the stem, coupled with the intense blueing of the flesh when cut are diagnostic.

Identification difficulty
Habitat

Usually found under deciduous trees, particularly Oak and Beech.

When to see it

Summer and autumn.

UK Status

Fairly widespread in Britain but not very common.

VC55 Status

Occasional in Leicestershire and Rutland.

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Species profile

Common names
Inkstain Bolete
Species group:
Fungi
Kingdom:
Fungi
Order:
Boletales
Family:
Boletaceae
Records on NatureSpot:
3
First record:
25/09/2011 (Watson, Ashley)
Last record:
03/09/2020 (Roenisch, Saharima)

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