Xerocomus illudens is a member of the fungal family Boletaceae, characterized by a thick stem and a cap that comes in various shades. It typically proliferates in woodland environments, forming symbiotic relationships with living trees which is vital for forest ecosystems. This mushroom is distinguishable by its porous underside rather than gills.
Cap Diameter:
4 - 11 cm
Odor:
Faintly earthy, generally not distinctive.
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General Info About Xerocomus illudens
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Attributes of Xerocomus illudens
Cap Diameter
4 - 11 cm
Height
3 - 7 cm
Cap
Cap 5 - 10 cm across; convex to nearly flat; brownish red to reddish brown
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat
Cap Surfaces
Velvety, Smooth
Stem
Stem 3 - 5 cm long, 5 - 10 mm thick; tapered downward; yellow to pale yellow, whitish; solid, tough; with widely and coarsely reticulate
Stem Shapes
Tapering
Stem Surfaces
With Reticulum
Flesh
Pale yellow; not staining on exposure, or turns slightly pinkish
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Olive to olive brown
Odor
Faintly earthy, generally not distinctive.
Body Color
Brown
Yellow
Red
White
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
You can find Xerocomus illudens by these plants:
Oaks
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland
Species Status
Widely distributed
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Xerocomus illudens
Xerocomus illudens are commonly found in hardwood forests, especially amidst oaks and hickories, often growing alone or in small groups.
