Suillus plorans
(Rolland) Kuntze
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Summary
Source: WikipediaSuillus plorans is an edible species of mushroom in the genus Suillus. The species was originally named Boletus plorans by Léon Louis Rolland before transferred to Suillus by Otto Kuntze in 1898. Although known as a predominantly European fungus, the species was recorded in Mexico in 1982.
Description
A fungal fruiting body in the family Suillaceae found in temperate regions, also classified in the family Boletaceae.
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Edible Uses
The mushroom is edible.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Russia,
Notes
Also put in the family Boletaceae.
References (2)
- Boa, E. R., 2004, Wild edible fungi and their importance to people. FAO Non Wood Forest Products Booklet 17
- Pace, G., 1998, Mushrooms of the world. Firefly books. p 182 (As Boletus plorans)
