boletus frostii

[DavfidasrJonia]

a fungus with a red cap and a red coarsely reticulate stalk

[LouissaRini]

Boletus frostii is a species of bolete fungus in the family Boletaceae. Native to North America, it has a red cap, red pores and a red or red-dotted stalk. It is named after American biologist Charles Frost. While its known to have a mild taste, it has been reported to cause gastrointestinal symptoms when consumed and is generally considered inedible. This mushroom is often found in a mycorrhizal association with hardwood trees during summer and autumn months.