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bay bolete in Lake District
Weather, season and habitat for bay bolete in Lake District. Imleria badia
High rainfall on western fells; valleys fruit earlier than high tarns.
Handles cooler nights better than porcini; after rain the pores often bruise blue — an ID trait, not a toxin sign.
Season
June to November Main season from mid-September until the first frost.
Habitat
Spruce, pine, larch, less often beech.. Acid soils, often between moss and roots.. From the coast to the Alps.
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?
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When is a trip worth it?
High rainfall on western fells; valleys fruit earlier than high tarns. Handles cooler nights better than porcini; after rain the pores often bruise blue — an ID trait, not a toxin sign.