Source-reviewed species profile
Scarletina bolete Neoboletus praestigiator
Red pores, strong blue staining and a dotted stem without reticulation. This profile covers broad field features, season and habitat.
Where can I find scarletina bolete?
Deciduous and coniferous woodland, often on acidic soil.
In Mycoverse you can select Scarletina bolete and compare candidate search areas using a species-specific assessment of rainfall, estimated soil moisture, temperature, forest type, tree signals, canopy cover, terrain and season. Where source coverage is available, the assessment also uses historical species observations. Historical observations are historical data, not recent finds.
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Field features
- Red pores, strong blue staining and a dotted stem without reticulation.
Habitat and search guidance
Deciduous and coniferous woodland, often on acidic soil.
Months
June–November
Species requiring extra care
Compare the complete mushroom, habitat and season. These cards support learning; they do not identify a finding.
Safety status
Included with a food status in the Norwegian 2026 Norm List. This learning profile never confirms a finding or that it is safe to eat. Use qualified local expertise.
Sources and review status
- Normlisten 2026 – Fagmykologisk råd
- Norges sopp- og nyttevekstforbund – Normlistesopp
- Artsdatabanken – rørsoppordenen
- Giftinformasjonen – trygg sopptur
Last reviewed: 9 August 2026.