When you cut the cornflower bolete (Gyroporus cyanescens) in half, you see straight away how it earned its common name. The pale, straw-colored flesh turns an intense blue within seconds, and the color is very similar to that of the cornflower plant. The reaction is fast, and the deep, bright blue looks more like a chemical dye than anything natural. It’s a very cool mushroom to show kids and new foragers; the reaction is always complete awe.
The Cornflower Bolete: Identification, Lookalikes, and Edibility
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DJC
DJ is a co-founding member of mushlovebewell. His passion for mushrooms is only rivaled by how much benefit he believes you can get from consuming them consistently. He tests, manufactures and reviews mushroom growing equipment and materials so you get the most value for the money you spend.
