Albatrellus subrubescens

Albatrellus subrubescens

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Albatrellus subrubescens, commonly known as the reddening albatrellus, is a species of fungus in the family Bankeraceae. It is characterized by its distinctive reddish coloration when bruised or cut. This fungus is found in temperate forests of North America and Europe.

Description

Albatrellus subrubescens has a cap that ranges from 5 to 20 centimeters in diameter. The cap is initially convex, becoming flat or slightly depressed with age. The surface of the cap is dry and velvety, often developing cracks as it matures. The color of the cap can vary from pale yellow to orange-red, with a tendency to turn reddish when bruised.

The pores on the underside of the cap are small and angular, with a white to cream coloration. When damaged, the pore surface may exhibit a reddish discoloration, hence the common name "reddening albatrellus." The stem is short and stout, often off-center, and shares the same coloration as the cap.

Habitat and Distribution

Albatrellus subrubescens is typically found growing on the ground in association with various species of trees, particularly oak and beech. It prefers well-drained soils in temperate forests. This fungus is known to occur in North America and Europe, where it fruits during the late summer and fall months.

Edibility

Albatrellus subrubescens is considered edible by some, but caution is advised due to its potential to cause gastrointestinal upset in certain individuals. Proper identification and cooking methods are essential before consuming any wild mushroom.

Taxonomy

Albatrellus subrubescens was first described by mycologist Charles Horton Peck and later transferred to the genus Albatrellus by Czech mycologist Zdeněk Pouzar. The specific epithet subrubescens refers to the tendency of this fungus to redden when handled.

See also

• Albatrellus
• List of North American mushroom species