Key Identification Features
- Orange to brick-red rough cap 7-20cm
- white pores
- gray-black scabers on stem
- flesh blues then blackens when cut
- always under birch
- good firm texture
Preparation Notes
Cook thoroughly — flesh blackens dramatically which is normal. Good flavor when young.
Regions Found
Region data not available
Look-Alikes
No documented look-alikes on record.
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