Suillus lakei
(Matte Jack, Suillus amabilis)

Habitat

Mycorrhizal with Douglas Fir trees. Very common around 9000 ft elevation. I've also seen it with Engelmann Spruce.

Description

Edible, but with a slimy reputation as with most mushrooms of this genus. Only fresh young specimens should be collected. Young firm buttons are actually not so bad. In fact when we can't find other more choice edible mushrooms this one is usually an option and has been used for cook & taste events. This is one of the few Suillus not associated with Pines. It is also known as the Matte Jack. It can usually be found in great abundance. Most of the time riddled with bugs at maturity.

Spore Print

Cinnamon Brown

Edibility

Edible

Color

Brown

Last Updated

Apr 23 2025 09:20 AM

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