Boletus edulis

Boletus edulis is a mushroom in the basidiomycete phyla. It is edible and often referred to in English as porcini (from the plural of its Italian name porcino) and by other common names in different regions. The fruiting body forms a large and imposing cap which can grow to reach 25 cm (10 in) in diameter and 1 kg (2.2 lb) in weight. Boletus edulis has symbiotic relation with conifers, including pine and fir trees, an ectomycorrhizal association.... more

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  • Identified by Maturin as contents of a dish eaten by him and Jack
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