King bolete (Boletus edulis) - PictureThis

Plant Encyclopedia

Plants A-Z Toxic Plants Weeds Plants by Region Plant Questions

Plant Care Guide

Houseplants Garden Plants Flowers Fruits & Vegetables

Identify Plants

English

English

繁體中文

日本語

Español

Français

Deutsch

Pусский

Português

Italiano

한국어

Nederlands

العربية

Svenska

Polskie

ภาษาไทย

Bahasa Melayu

Bahasa Indonesia

Search Plants

Try for Free

English

English

繁體中文

日本語

Español

Français

Deutsch

Pусский

Português

Italiano

한국어

Nederlands

العربية

Svenska

Polskie

ภาษาไทย

Bahasa Melayu

Bahasa Indonesia

King bolete

Also known as: Penny bun, Steinpilz

Extremely popular in many cuisines, this edible wild mushroom grows around the world near the roots of forest trees. In some regions, king bolete mushrooms are collected in great enough volumes that their sale can support entire families during the harvest season. King boletes are reported to be high in fiber, vitamins B and C, calcium, potassium, magnesium, zinc, and several antioxidants.

Scientific classification

Species

King bolete (Boletus edulis)

Boletes and allies

Mushroom-forming fungi

Instantly identify plants with a snap

Snap a photo for instant plant ID, gaining quick insights on disease prevention, treatment, toxicity, care, uses, and symbolism, etc.

Download the App for Free

9 inches

Plant Height

8 inches

Spread

Deciduous

Leaf type

0 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Images of King bolete

PEOPLE ALSO ASK

Where is king bolete found?How do you cook king bolete?How do you tell if a king bolete is bad?How long does it take for king bolete to grow?What is king bolete powder?What does a king bolete mushroom taste like?

Learn More About King bolete

Sunlight Requirements

How to Grow and Care

Plant disease auto-diagnose & prevention

AI-powered plant doctor helps you diagnose plant problems in seconds.

Download the App for Free