Suillus lactifluus

(With.) A. H. Sm. & Thiers

SuillaceaeMushroomsPotential hazards — see below
Caution — Parts of this plant may be toxic or require specific preparation. Verify with multiple sources before consuming.
Suillus lactifluus
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Suillus lactifluus
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What to Eat

Edible parts: Mushroom, Fungus

The mushroom fruiting body is edible.

Known Hazards

Suillus granulatus sometimes causes contact dermatitis to those who handle it.

Where to Find It

It is a temperate plant.

Asia, China, Hong Kong

Countries: United Arab Emirates, Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Bahrain, Brunei, Bhutan, China, Georgia, Indonesia, Israel, India, Iraq, Iran, Jordan, Japan, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, North Korea, South Korea, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Laos, Lebanon, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Mongolia, Maldives, Malaysia, Nepal, Oman, Philippines, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Syria, Thailand, Tajikistan, Timor-Leste, Turkmenistan, Turkey, Taiwan, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Yemen

How to Identify

Suillus lactifluus is a mushroom fungus in the family Suillaceae (also classified in Boletaceae) found in temperate regions.

Notes

Also put in the family Boletaceae.

References (1)
  • Boa, E. R., 2004, Wild edible fungi and their importance to people. FAO Non Wood Forest Products Booklet 17

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