Porcini (Boletus edulis)
Porcini (Boletus edulis) is a well-known edible in Europe. Folk names help you search — safe ID still needs expertise.
Scientific name: Boletus edulis
Habitat
Mycorrhizal with spruce, beech, oak and pine in mixed and coniferous woods.
Season
Main season July to October; later at higher elevations.
Weather and fruiting
Needs a solid rain after warm days, then several moist, mild nights. The soil should stay damp without waterlogging.
More regions
Porcini · Scottish Highlands
Cool, wet Atlantic climate; season later and longer than in southern England.
Porcini · Cairngorms
Upland granite and pine woods; elevation delays fruiting compared with the coast.
Porcini · New Forest
Lowland mixed woods and heath; earlier season after mild, wet summers.
Porcini · Lake District
High rainfall on western fells; valleys fruit earlier than high tarns.
Porcini · Galloway
Mild, wet south-west Scotland with Sitka and mixed woodland.
More species
Lookalike risk: Porcini / bitter bolete
FAQ
What does the map show?
Weather-based foraging chances, not a guarantee that fruit bodies stand at the pin.
Can I eat this mushroom?
No page replaces identification. If unsure, leave it or ask an expert.
When is a trip worth it?
Needs a solid rain after warm days, then several moist, mild nights. The soil should stay damp without waterlogging.