Synonym: Boletus badiceps.
Common name: Beveled-cap Bolete.
Extract from Wikipedia article: Tylopilus badiceps is a bolete fungus in the family Boletaceae native to North America. It was described in 1900 as Boletus badiceps by Charles Horton Peck, and transferred to the genus Tylopilus in 1971 by Alexander H. Smith and Harry Delbert Thiers.
Tylopilus badiceps is a species of bolete fungus characterized by its brown to tan cap, white to yellowish pores, and stout stem. In East and Central Texas, it typically fruits from June to October, often in association with oak and pine trees. The cap is 3-8 cm in diameter, convex to flat, and may develop cracks with age. The pore surface is yellowish to greenish-yellow, becoming brown with age, and the stem is 4-8 cm long and 1-2 cm thick, often bulbous at the base.
Bitter bolete mushrooms Tylopilus badiceps in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, May 31, 2018
Raccoon Run, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Caps of bitter bolete mushrooms Tylopilus badiceps in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, May 31, 2018Raccoon Run, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Dissected bitter bolete mushrooms Tylopilus badiceps in Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, May 31, 2018Raccoon Run, College Station, TX 77845, USAObservations of Tylopilus badiceps in East and Central Texas reveal distinct characteristics. In Lick Creek Park, College Station, Texas, the fungus was found on May 31, 2018. The bitter bolete mushrooms had caps that were notable for their shape and size. Upon dissection, the internal structure of the mushrooms was visible, showcasing the unique features of the species. The observations suggest that Tylopilus badiceps can be identified by its bitter taste and distinctive cap morphology. The presence of this fungus in Lick Creek Park indicates a suitable habitat with specific environmental conditions, likely involving tree associations and soil types. Further study of Tylopilus badiceps in East and Central Texas could provide insights into its ecological role and distribution in the region. The species' characteristics and habits can inform identification and conservation efforts.
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