Porcini
Boletus edulis
Información Básica
- Familia:
- Boletaceae
- Categoría:
- Hongos
- Estado:
- Least Concern
- Floración:
- September - November
Descripción
The famous porcini mushroom, prized worldwide for its meaty texture and rich, nutty flavor. Features a brown cap and white pores that turn yellow-green with age.
Hábitat
Pine, oak, and chestnut forests
Características
- height:
- 10-25 cm
- flower Color:
- Brown cap, white to olive pores
- leaf Type:
- N/A
- growth Form:
- Mycorrhizal fungus
🍽️ Usos Culinarios
Highly prized for risottos, pasta, soups, and sauces. Excellent dried for year-round use. Rich umami flavor.