Deep purple bolete

Xerocomellus atropurpureus J.L.Frank, N.Siegel & C.F.Schwarz

Also called: The Imposter

Edibility

Edibility unknown — do not eat

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Lookalikes

No lookalikes are recorded for this species yet. That does not mean there are none. Many mushrooms look alike, so never rely on appearance alone.

Season

When this species has been recorded, by month, from open-licensed US and Canada observations. It shows when people report it, not a guarantee it is fruiting.

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Recorded observations of Deep purple bolete by month
Month	Records
January	24
February	2
March	1
April	2
May	5
June	2
July	0
August	2
September	14
October	47
November	45
December	31

Where it is found

States and provinces with the most records. Check the foraging rules for the place you plan to visit.

California 67 records · Foraging rules
British Columbia 31 records · Foraging rules
Washington 24 records · Foraging rules
Oregon 18 records · Foraging rules
Idaho 1 records · Foraging rules

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