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Bovine Jack

Suillus bovinus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Basidiomycota ›Class: Agaricomycetes ›Order: Boletales ›Family: Suillaceae ›Genus: Suillus

About

Suillus bovinus, also known as the Jersey cow mushroom or bovine bolete, is a pored mushroom of the genus Suillus in the family Suillaceae. A common fungus native to Europe and Asia, it has been introduced to North America and Australia. It was initially described as Boletus bovinus by Carl Linnaeus in 1753, and given its current binomial name by Henri François Anne de Roussel in 1806. It is an edible mushroom, though not highly regarded.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bovine Jack?
The scientific name of Bovine Jack is Suillus bovinus.
What kingdom does Bovine Jack belong to?
Bovine Jack belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Bovine Jack belong to?
Bovine Jack belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does Bovine Jack belong to?
Bovine Jack belongs to the class Agaricomycetes.
What order does Bovine Jack belong to?
Bovine Jack belongs to the order Boletales.
What family does Bovine Jack belong to?
Bovine Jack belongs to the family Suillaceae.
What genus does Bovine Jack belong to?
Bovine Jack belongs to the genus Suillus.