The western gilled bolete (Phylloporus arenicola) will surprise you by erupting from sand, where you wouldn't think mushrooms would be found! Scattered predominately along the ocean in Oregon, they randomly pop up to mushroom hunters' surprise in California, too. There are look-alikes in California that resemble the western gilled bolete closely and are can only be separated from the real Phylloporus arenicola through ammonia-testing.
Cap Diameter:
2 - 4 cm
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
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Attributes
Toxicity and Edibility
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Western gilled bolete
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Attributes of Western gilled bolete
Cap Diameter
2 - 4 cm
Height
4 - 6 cm
Cap
Cap 1.5 - 4.5 cm across; flat; olive to olive brown or yellowish brown; surface fairly smooth, or finely velvety
Cap Shape
Flat, Depressed
Cap Surfaces
Smooth, Velvety
Gills
Attached; distant; yellow to golden yellow
Gill Attachment
Attached
Stem
Stem 4 - 6 cm long, 1 cm thick; tapered downward; yellowish, reddish, brownish
Stem Shapes
Tapering
Stem Surfaces
Smooth to slightly fibrous
Flesh
Pale yellow; not staining when exposed
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Yellowish to brownish yellow
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
Brown
Green
Yellow
Red
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
You can find Western gilled bolete by these plants:
Pines, Oaks
Occurence Habitats
Coniferous Woodland, Mixed Woodland
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Habitat of Western gilled bolete
Restricted to the Pacific Northwest of North America, the western gilled bolete is found in mixed and coniferous forests where it lives in the symbiosis with pines, oaks, and the Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii). It can be found in coastal sand dunes, as well, and it's always located near the roots of a host tree.
Scientific Classification of Western gilled bolete
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Edibility of Western gilled bolete
The western gilled bolete is reported to be edible, though not nearly as sought-after as its more famous bolete relatives. It does not have a particularly notable flavor, and its texture is said to be similar to tofu.
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Tips for Finding Western gilled bolete
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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Western gilled bolete
Prefers sandy and coastal soil.
What are Some Tips for Finding Western gilled bolete
Search in coastal areas with sandy soil, primarily around pine trees.
Explore mixed forests, particularly under oak trees and Douglas firs.
Inspect areas where the mushrooms may grow alone or in small groups.
Pay close attention to the ground, as western gilled bolete are not tree-dwelling.
Use a soft brush to gently move aside foliage and debris to reveal hidden mushrooms.
How to Clean and Preserve Western gilled bolete
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