Boletus edulis

Madison - United States

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Article by Tom Volk on this edible fungus, the Cep, much sought after by mushroom hunters but not always easy to find.

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Flora and Fauna - Fungi
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Boletus edulis, the King Bolete, Porcini, Steinpilz, or Cep,Tom Volk's Fungus of the Month for September 1998

Photograph of the edible Cep and an identification guide.

Photograph, description, habitat and edibility of this species.

Includes distribution and occurrence, botanical and ecological characteristics, value and use, and fire ecology.

Image of this species.

Physical characteristics, range, and ethnobotany of the Common Pinyon. Image and taxonomic notes included.

Map showing distribution in Wyoming and Colorado

Image of crown and flowers.

Photographs of the crowns of mature trees.

Photograph, diagnostic features, habitat and distribution of Hottentot Fig.

Illustrations and information on this edible species, commonly known as Guajilote or Cuachilote.