Source-reviewed species profile
Bovine bolete Suillus bovinus
Yellow-brown cap, large angular pores and resilient flesh; often in groups. This profile covers broad field features, season and habitat.
Where can I find bovine bolete?
Pine woodland, usually on poor acidic soil.
In Mycoverse you can select Bovine 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
- Yellow-brown cap, large angular pores and resilient flesh; often in groups.
Habitat and search guidance
Pine woodland, usually on poor acidic soil.
Months
June–November
Species requiring extra care
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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.