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Brown birch bolete · Lake District
Weather, season and habitat for Brown birch bolete in Lake District. Leccinum scabrum
High rainfall on western fells; valleys fruit earlier than high tarns.
After rain under birch it is often more reliable than porcini in mixed woods. Stem with dark scabers, cap grey-brown.
Season
June to October once birch is in leaf and the soil stays moist.
Habitat
Always tied to birch — bogs, pioneer woods and parks with Betula.
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. After rain under birch it is often more reliable than porcini in mixed woods. Stem with dark scabers, cap grey-brown.