


Tylopilus formosus G. Stev. 1962 [1961]

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Tylopilus formosus G. Stev. 1962 [1961]
Tylopilus formosus G. Stev. 1962 [1961]
Tylopilus formosus G. Stev. 1962 [1961]
The above description differs from that of Stevenson in that cystidia are numerous and distinct, the range in spore size is considerably greater, and the spore print is brownish orange. The unchanging, bitter tasting context which does not stain yellow with KOH indicates that Tylopilus formosus belongs in sect. Tylopilus as defined by Singer (1962).
Field observations strongly suggest that T. formosus is capable of forming mycorrhizal associations with both Nothofagus and Leptospermum.
Tylopilus formosus may be recognised by the velutinate, dark brownish-black pileus and stipe, pallid brownish-orange hymenophore, and white, bitter tasting context.