Genus Boletus (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of Boletaceae; genus of soft early-decaying pore fungi; some poisonous and some edible.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Boletus includes some edible species such as Boletus edulis and some poisonous ones like Boletus rubroflammeus.
- Mushrooms in the genus Boletus have tubes rather than gills and a spongy underside.
- Species within the genus Boletus have varied sizes, colors, and patterns.
- Genus Boletus, also known as porcini or penny buns, have long been a delicacy in Italian cuisine.
- Classification within the genus Boletus is constantly being revised as more species are discovered and relationships between them are better understood.