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Red-footed Bolete (Neoboletus erythropus)

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Neoboletus erythropus

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Toxic

Moderate Toxicity

Neoboletus erythropus is toxic when raw. It contains compounds that can cause gastrointestinal upset (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea) if consumed uncooked or insufficiently cooked. It is considered a good edible mushroom only after thorough cooking. It should never be eaten raw or lightly cooked.

Toxin Type: Unidentified thermolabile compoundsReaction Type: Gastrointestinal irritant

Don't confuse with these look-alikes

Misidentification is the most common cause of mushroom poisoning. Red-footed Bolete can be confused with:

  • Devil's Bolete — Rubroboletus
  • Scarletina Bolete — Neoboletus
  • Bitter Bolete — Tylopilus

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