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Pink-purple boletus is a representative of the Boletaceae family. The only synonym for this species is Boletus rhodopurpureus. When meeting with him, you should be careful, since this specimen belongs to the category of inedible mushrooms, despite the fact that in some countries it is eaten.
What pink-purple boletuses look like
At the initial stage of development, the cap of the boletus is pink-purple spherical, later it acquires a convex or cushion-shaped shape with wavy edges. The surface is dry and velvety, and becomes slimy and bumpy during rains. In adulthood, cracks appear on it, as well as traces of damage from insects. The fruit body of this specimen is most often gray or olive green, with reddish spots on it. The diameter of the cap varies from 5 to 20 cm. On its inner side there is a layer of lemon-yellow tubes, which later acquires a greenish tint. The pores are wine-colored or reddish-orange in color, turning dark blue when the cap is pressed. Spore powder in mature mushrooms is olive brown.
The leg of this specimen reaches up to 15 cm in height, and the thickness is about 7 cm in diameter. Initially, it takes a tuberous shape, and with age it becomes cylindrical with a clavate thickening. It is colored lemon yellow, completely covered with a brownish dense mesh, which turns blue or black when pressed.
At a young age, the pulp is dense, lemon-yellow in color, in more mature specimens it has a wine tint. When cut, it becomes black or dark blue. This species is characterized by a sweetish taste and a slightly sour-fruity odor.
Similar species
Quite often, inexperienced mushroom pickers confuse pink-purple boletus with edible speckled oak tree. Indeed, in shape and structure, this specimen is similar to the species under consideration. However, the double does not have such a pronounced aroma as the specimen in question, which is the main difference.
Where pink-purple boletus grow
This species prefers places with a warm climate. Most often grows in deciduous and mixed forests, on calcareous soils, hilly and mountainous areas. It often grows in the neighborhood of beech and oak trees. It is quite rare on the territory of Russia, Ukraine, Europe and other countries, which are characterized by warm climatic conditions. Grows singly or in small groups.
Is it possible to eat pink-purple boletus
This variety belongs to poisonous mushrooms. Most reference books claim that it is forbidden to use this mushroom in a raw and undercooked form, since poison is stored in them. However, it is known that many mushroom pickers use this product in food boiled, fried and pickled. This suggests that pink-purple boletus is poisonous exclusively in its raw form.
Nevertheless, you should be vigilant, since this product tastes bitter, and when ingested, it can cause intestinal upset and other unpleasant consequences.
Poisoning symptoms
The use of pink-purple boletus in food can cause poisoning, the first symptoms of which are:
- abdominal pain;
- chills;
- nausea;
- diarrhea and vomiting;
- increased sweating.
As a rule, the above symptoms disappear in a day on their own, without the intervention of doctors. Since the body of each person reacts individually, in case of poisoning, you should still take certain actions and call a medical ambulance.
First aid for poisoning
If the victim noticed the first signs of poisoning, you should immediately call a doctor at home. In order not to waste time, it is necessary to independently carry out the procedure to eliminate the poison from the body. To do this, you need to clear the stomach and drink an absorbent.
Conclusion
Boletus pink-purple is traditionally considered an inedible mushroom, and in some cases, poisonous. This specimen is found quite rarely, and therefore is poorly studied. It has external similarities with an edible mushroom called oak speckled, and is also similar to inedible ones, for example, with a satanic mushroom and other pains of similar color.
