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ID Help - Red-Pored Bolete Found in West KY (slrpnk.net)
submitted 4 months ago by Schmoo to c/mycology@mander.xyz
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The underside instantly darkens when scratched.

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[–] Schmoo 2 points 4 months ago

So this one is a bitter bolete, it's safe but unpalatable for most people. Apparently some people can't taste the bitterness and can enjoy these just fine. I didn't chance it.