Siberian Slippery Jack

Description:

An average-sized member of the Suillus family, known for having caps that are fairly waxy and slippery, hence the name "slippery jack."

Habitat:

Growing alone, around 6,000 feet elevation, pores releasing brown-yellow spores, cap waxy when wild, sticky after harvesting, strong wood-earthy smell, home to some species of worms.

Notes:

Actually has a rather pleasing odor, almost like rubber glue. In the kitchen, it can be prepared and cooked, but it has very little culinary value. This is primarily due to texture issues; the mushroom is a slippery jack that feels grossly slimy to some.