Orange bolete mushroom

Orange bolete mushroom (Crocinoboletus laetissimus) by Anna Ratkevich. Ink and watercolour on paper
Latin name
Crocinoboletus laetissimus
Materials
Ink and watercolour on paper

Little is known about this rare species outside of scientific research.

Where does it live?

It associates with forest trees and grows on the ground.

Where the spores form

Poroid. Spores develop inside tiny tubes that open onto the surface as pores. Look for a surface covered with many tiny holes.

Did you know?

It has a unique pigment. It colors not only the outer surface but also the entire flesh of the mushroom. The yellow flesh quickly turns blue when damaged or cut, acquiring a dark blue-olive hue.