Bitter bolete
Tylopilus felleus
The bitter bolete is a brown-capped bolete that resembles the cep. Its pores are white at first and pinkish later, and its pale stem bears a dark brown net. It is not poisonous as such but is known for its overwhelming bitterness.
Where it's found
Grows in deciduous and coniferous woodland, often under beech and oak, in well-drained acid soils.
Distribution
Found in east Asia, Europe and eastern North America, extending south into Mexico and Central America.
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