A pretty, pink forest mushroom, the Harry-footed bolete forms symbiotic relationships with several species of trees instead of just one. The stem of the plant provides food and shelter for various insect larvae.
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
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Common Questions
General Info About Yellowfoot bolete
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Attributes of Yellowfoot bolete
Height
2 - 15 cm
Cap
The fruit bodies have caps that are initially convex before flattening out in maturity, reaching diameters between 3 and 15 cm (1.2 and 5.9 in).
Stem
The stipe measures 4-14 cm (1.6-5.5 inch) long by 1-2.5 cm (0.4-1.0 inch) thick.
Flesh
White
Spore Print Color
Vinaceous-fawn, pinkish-brown, rosy brown
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
Pink
White
Flesh Bruises
Discolor to yellowish
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On wood
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Habitat of Yellowfoot bolete
They are usually found in forests containing conifers, Betulaceae and oak in North America.
Distribution Area of Yellowfoot bolete
Eastern North America, Costa Rica, and eastern Asia.
