Key Identification Features
- Yellow-brown slimy cap
- bright yellow spongy pores
- partial veil leaving ring on stem
- yellow flesh
- grows exclusively under eastern white pine (Pinus strobus)
- slimy in wet conditions
- cap 3-10 cm
Preparation Notes
Peel the slimy cap skin before cooking as it can cause GI upset. Saute or use in soups. Dry well before cooking.
Regions Found
- Northeast
Look-Alikes
No documented look-alikes on record.
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