Rubroboletus satanas (Devil's Bolete)


Botanical Information

FamilyBoletaceae
GenusRubroboletus
Speciessatanas
CategoryFungi
OriginFound in the warmer regions of Europe.
Ethnobotanical Uses
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May cause severe diarrhoea and stomach pain.

Details

USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
GrowthFast
Flowering PeriodSeptember, October, November

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionA muddy-white cap that can reach 30 cm across with a striking red pore and a putrid smell.
HabitatFound in broad-leaved and mixed woodlands in the warmer regions of Europe.

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