Fungal groups

Fungi can be grouped in different ways. In biology, taxonomic groups such as families and genera are used to describe evolutionary relationships, whereas for mushroom foragers it is often more practical to focus on appearance and other visible characters. On Svampguiden, species are therefore arranged in practical morphological groups, where fungi with a similar overall appearance are placed together, even though these groups do not always reflect their closest taxonomic relationships.

32 fungal groups

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Xerocomoid boletes

Boletes with velvety cap and yellow, often angular pore openings. Cap yellow-brown to reddish-brown or red. The flesh often changes colour when cut, an important species character. Mycorrhizal with trees in woodland and parks. About 10 species in the Nordic region.