Boletus griseus (White-Stemmed King Bolete)
【Features】
Wild mushroom with a white stem and pale-colored cap that turns blue when touched. Firm flesh; cooking enhances its aroma and umami flavor.
Raw consumption is toxic?must be cooked for at least 20 minutes.A wild mushroom with a white stem and pale cap, featuring the unique characteristic of turning blue when touched. Its flesh is firm, and cooking enhances its aroma and umami flavor.
Raw consumption is strictly prohibited due to toxicity; always cook for at least 20 minutes.
【Growing Environment】
Grows naturally in deciduous broadleaf and mixed forests at elevations of 1200 – 2500 m. Prefers humid areas with large temperature differences between day and night.
【Distribution】
Highlands of Yunnan, Sichuan, and Guizhou provinces, China; mainly harvested from summer to autumn.
【Nutritional Value】
Rich in dietary fiber, protein, vitamins (especially vitamin D), potassium, and magnesium.
【Storage】
• Fresh: Refrigerate at 0–4°C, use within a few days
• Dried: Store in a cool, dark place
• Frozen: Store at -18°C or below
【Note】
White-Stemmed King Bolete is valued for its delicate aroma, umami, and the visual effect of blueing when handled, making it an excellent accent for dishes.
Contains toxic compounds – ensure thorough cooking for at least 20 minutes before consumption.