Sensitive Bolete
Boletus sensibilis
WARNING: Blue-Staining Bolete Identified - Potential Gastrointestinal Toxin
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Key Features
- Cap reddish-orange
- smooth
- Hymenium deep bright yellow (tubes)
- Flesh stains blue rapidly upon cutting
- Robust
- thick stem
- reddish base
- Mycorrhizal association (soil/grass)
Color:
Reddish-orange cap, bright yellow tubes, pale yellow context
Smell:
Unknown
Growth Pattern:
Single
Environment:
Soil
Habitat & Distribution
Habitat:
Grassland or lawn, likely near host trees
Distribution:
North America (primarily Eastern)
Seasonality:
Summer to early Fall
Economic Value
Market Demand:
None - toxic
Price Range:
N/A
Commercial Use:
None
Toxicity Information
Symptoms:
- Nausea and vomiting
- Severe diarrhea
- Abdominal cramping
Onset Time:
30 minutes to 3 hours
First Aid:
- Seek immediate medical attention
- Maintain hydration
Emergency Contacts:
- 911 (US)
- Poison Help (US): 1-800-222-1222
Similar Species
Satan's Bolete
Rubroboletus satanas
Key Differences:
- Pores typically red or orange-red
- Stem often bulbous and reticulated
Huron Bolete
Boletus huronensis
Key Differences:
- Often associated with conifers (hemlock)
- Cap usually paler brown/tan
Bitter Bolete
Caloboletus calopus
Key Differences:
- Stem usually features prominent red reticulation
- Taste is extremely bitter
Recommended Action
Do not consume. Securely dispose of specimen. Wash hands thoroughly.