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Slippery white bolete

Suillus placidus

A species of Slippery jacks.

You can spot the slick, white bolete mushroom under pine trees. Its substantial, mucilaginous caps are a common sight, especially near the edges of woodlands. Known scientifically as Suillus placidus, its name means 'calm and pig-like,' which poetically alludes to its form and oily surface.

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Attributes of Slippery white bolete

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Cap Diameter
3 - 10 cm
Height
5 - 10 cm
Cap
Cap 4 - 9 cm; convex or nearly flat; white to yellowish white or nearly yellowish; sticky when fresh, bald or nearly so
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat
Cap Surfaces
Smooth, Slimy or slightly sticky
Stem
Stem 4 - 9 cm long, 5 - 12 mm thick; equal above a somewhat tapered base; whitish to reddish brown or brown; sticky when fresh
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Smooth
Flesh
White, becoming yellowish with age
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Cinnamon-brown
Odor
Mild mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
BrownYellowRedWhitePink
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil, Dead Woods
You can find Slippery white bolete by these plants
Eastern white pine, Pines
Occurence Habitats
Coniferous Woodland
Species Status
Fairly widely distributed in northeastern North America
Endangered Species
No

Scientific Classification of Slippery white 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 Slippery white bolete

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Is Slippery white bolete Toxic?

The white bolete, known for its slick appearance, possesses distinct physical characteristics that aid in its identification. While individual reactions vary, contact with this mushroom can trigger a range of allergic responses, from mild to severe, manifesting as skin irritation, oral swelling, or breathing difficulties. In rare but serious cases, a life-threatening anaphylactic shock is possible. Therefore, it is advisable to refrain from contact with the slippery white bolete due to its potential health hazards.

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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