Weeping bolete

Suillus granulatus

A species of Slippery jacks. Also known as Dotted-stalked suillus, Granulated slippery jack, Butterball.

This greasy, sticky-capped weeping bolete is often found under Scots pines and other conifers, where it forms a symbiotic relationship with its host. When it's young, milky droplets exude from its pores.

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Attributes of Weeping bolete

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Cap Diameter
4 - 10 cm
Height
5 - 10 cm
Cap
5 - 15 cm; convex; variable in color, yellowish, brown, orangish brown; smooth
Cap Shape
Convex
Cap Surfaces
Slimy or slightly sticky
Stem
4 - 8 cm long, 1 - 2 cm thick; equal or with a tapering base; white
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Smooth to slightly fibrous
Flesh
White to pale yellow; not staining on exposure
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Cinnamon brown to sienna-brown
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
BrownYellowOrange
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
You can find Weeping bolete by these plants
Scots pine, Pines, Spruces
Occurence Habitats
Coniferous Woodland
Species Status
Least Concern
Endangered Species
No

Scientific Classification of Weeping bolete

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Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Boletes and allies
Family
Suillaceae
Genus
Slippery jacks
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Toxicity and Edibility of Weeping bolete

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Is Weeping bolete Toxic?

Known scientifically as the weeping bolete, this mushroom is capable of triggering allergic responses. The severity of these reactions differs significantly among individuals, ranging from mild to intense, and may manifest as skin rashes, itching, oral swelling, digestive upset, and respiratory distress. In extreme instances, it could lead to anaphylaxis, a critical allergic episode demanding immediate medical intervention.

Type of poisoning
Allergic
Toxic Severity
Low toxicity
Incubation Period
0.5-24 hours
Poisoning Symptoms
Individual responses to a mushroom allergy can differ widely, with reactions spanning from slight to intense, including skin rashes, itching, swelling in the mouth, stomach upset, and respiratory issues. In severe cases, it can lead to anaphylaxis, which requires immediate medical attention.

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