Violet-grey bolete
Tylopilus plumbeoviolaceus
A species of Tylopilus.
Distinguishing it from other violet-capped fungi, the violet-grey bolete (Tylopilus plumbeoviolaceus) is characterized by a cap and stem that are initially lilac, gradually deepening to dark grey with age. A further differentiating feature is its pore-bearing surface, as opposed to the typical gills found in many mushrooms. While not poisonous, its intensely bitter and unpalatable taste renders it unsuitable for consumption.
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Attributes of Violet-grey bolete
Cap Diameter
4 - 10 cm
Height
5 - 9 cm
Cap
Cap 4 - 10 cm across; convex, nearly flat; purple, brown; bald, finely suede-like
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat
Cap Surfaces
Smooth, Velvety
Stem
Stem4 - 7 cm long, 1.5 - 2.5 cm thick; enlarging towards base; purple
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Smooth
Flesh
White; unchanging when sliced
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Pinkish brown
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
BrownRedGrayWhitePurple
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
You can find Violet-grey bolete by these plants
Oaks, Pines
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland
Species Status
Widely distributed
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Violet-grey bolete
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Boletes and allies
Family
Boletes
Genus
Tylopilus
Toxicity and Edibility of Violet-grey bolete
Is Violet-grey bolete Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
