Rosy Bonnet / Summer / Autumn / Toxic Scientific Name Mycena rosea Common Names Rosy hat, Rosy Bell cap Family Mycenaceae Habitat They are saprotrophic, living off dead matter, they are mostly found in mixed or coniferous woodlands, on acidic soils. Description Less common than the very closely related Lilac…
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Reindeer Moss / All Year / Edible Common Names Reindeer lichen, Reindeer cup lichen, Grey reindeer lichen, Caribou moss, Deer moss Botanical Name Cladonia rangiferina Scientific Classification Kingdom – Fungi Order –Lecanorales Family – Cladoniaceae Physical Characteristics of Reindeer Moss While it is colloquially known as a moss, this is…
Old Man’s Beard / All Year / Edible After processing Old Man’s Beard, it can be dried, or powdered and added to energy balls, crackers, and sauces that need thickening. Common Names (this refers to the lichen, not the species of Clematis that goes by the same common name). Tree’s…
Oak Moss / All Year Round / Edible Oak Moss and other Lichens have been used as food and medicine as long as there have been people. Common Names Tree moss Botanical Name Evernia prunastri Scientific Classification Kingdom – Fungi Order –Lecanorales Family – Parmeliaceae Physical Characteristics Grows primarily on…
Lords and Ladies / Spring / Summer / Autumn / Toxic Through this piece, we’re going to look at the full Identification Guide for Lords and Ladies as well as how to make sure we don’t confuse this one with Common or Lambs sorrel, or accidentally pick it amongst our…
Common Bonnet / All Year Round / Edible Enter the enchanting world of the Common Bonnet, scientifically known as Mycena galericulata, as we unravel the subtle beauty and intriguing qualities of this delicate mushroom. In this blog post, we embark on a journey to explore the understated elegance and ecological…
Freckled Dapperling / Summer / Autumn / Toxic Enter a world of heightened caution as we unveil the hidden dangers of the Freckled Dapperling (Echinoderma asperum), a mushroom cloaked in toxic allure. Join us on a journey where beauty belies danger. With its distinctive freckled cap and striking appearance, the…
The Miller / Summer / Autumn / Edible The Miller Mushroom is an absolute joy to find, although I don’t often eat them – they do signify where to find porcini mushrooms. I nearly find porcini every single time I find the miller mushroom! Scientific Name Clitopilus prunulus Common Names…
Ladies Smock / Spring / Summer / Autumn / Winter / Edible Ladies Smock is a native, perennial member of the Brassica family, with a delicious mustardy taste. Very easy to identify. Common Names Ladies Smock, Lady’s smock, Cuckoo flower, Mayflower or Milkmaids. Botanical Name Cardamine pratensis Scientific Classification Kingdom…
Macro Mushroom / Autumn / Edible Prepare to be amazed by the culinary marvels of the Macro Mushroom (Agaricus urinascens) as we embark on a journey to savor its delectable delights. Join us in celebrating the unique flavors and captivating presence of this remarkable fungus. With its impressive size and…