Definitions for "Boletus"
A genus of fungi having the under side of the pileus or cap composed of a multitude of fine separate tubes. A few are edible, and others very poisonous.
This wild mushroom is often found in areas where conifers grow. A member of the ‘cep' family (cep in France, porcini in Italy), it is a robust and meaty mushroom that dries well. Often used in risottos or omelettes or simply fried with a little garlic.
A wild mushroom of the ‘cep' family is often found in areas where conifers grow.