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Pine Bolete (Boletus pinophilus) — mushroom identification photo

Pine Bolete

Boletus pinophilus

✓ Edible
Always verify identification with multiple features before consuming
Cap color
Dark chocolate-brown
Cap size
6-20cm
Gill color
Cream to white
Gill attachment
Free from stem
Stem
Stout, pale with brown reticulation
Texture
Firm and dense
Habitat
Under pines and conifers
Fruiting season
Summer-Fall
Peak season
Summer-Fall

Key Identification Features

Preparation Notes

Sauté, dry, or add to soups. One of the finest edible boletes. Remove pores if spongy.

Regions Found

Region data not available

Look-Alikes

No documented look-alikes on record.

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