⚠️ Toxicity Warning
This species is recorded as poisonous. Do not consume. Due to its toxicity, it is advised to avoid consuming this mushroom. Symptoms of poisoning may include gastrointestinal distress.
Description
Boletus satanas is a large mushroom characterized by its thick, bulbous stem and a cap that can range from olive green to yellowish. The flesh is white and turns blue when cut, and it has a distinctive spongy layer of pores beneath the cap.
Key Identification Features
Field marks recorded for this species. Work through all of them, not just one:
- Cap size: 8-20 cm in diameter
- Cap color: Olive green to yellowish
- Stem: Thick, bulbous, and often swollen at the base
- Flesh: White, turning blue upon exposure
- Pores: Yellow to greenish, not staining
Habitat & Distribution
Habitat: Typically found in deciduous and coniferous forests, often under oak, beech, or pine trees.
Region: Widely distributed across Europe and parts of North America.
Seasonality
Fruits from late summer to early autumn.
Typical months: Aug-Oct
Common Lookalikes
Always verify identification to avoid these similar species:
- Boletus luridus (inedible) - Has a more reddish stem and does not stain blue.
- Boletus regius (edible) - Has a more vibrant red stem and does not exhibit blue staining.
- Imleria badia (edible) - More brownish cap and does not stain blue.
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