Violet Webcap / Summer / Autumn / Inedible Enter the realm of caution as we unveil the hidden dangers of the Violet Webcap (Cortinarius violaceus), a mushroom that demands respect for its inedibility and potential toxicity, it is referenced as edible at some sources but is worth serious caution due…
Category: autumn
Olive Oysterling / Spring / Summer / Autumn / Not Edible Olive Oysterling Identification guide. Everything you need to safely identify this mushroom from it’s toxic lookalikes. Common Names: Olive like oysterling Botanical Name: Sarcomyxa Serotina Meaning of Botanical Name: Sarcomyxa meaning slimy flesh, serotina meaning late, referring to it…
Giant Puffball / Summer / Autumn / Edible Prepare to be amazed by the culinary marvel of the Giant Puffball (Calvatia gigantea) as we embark on a journey to savor its delectable delights. Join us in celebrating the unique flavors and impressive size of this remarkable mushroom. With its round,…
Birch Polypore / All Year / Medicinal / Edible Step into the realm of natural medicine and discover the remarkable healing properties of Birch Polypore, scientifically known as Piptoporus betulina. In this blog post, we embark on a journey into the world of this unique mushroom, revered for centuries for…
English Oak / Spring / Summer / Autumn / Winter / Edible Common Names Oak, English Oak, Pedunculate Oak Botanical Name Quercus robur Scientific Classification Kingdom – Plantae Order – Fagales Family – Fagaceae Physical Characteristics for Oak A large deciduous tree, growing up to 30-40 metres when fully grown,…
Amethyst Deceiver / Summer / Autumn / Edible Welcome to our captivating blog post on identifying and foraging the Amethyst Deceiver (Laccaria amethystina), a delightful and eye-catching mushroom that adds a touch of vibrant color to your wild edible harvests. This small yet stunning fungus, easily recognized by its striking…
Bay Bolete / Summer / Autumn / Edible Welcome to a world of culinary delight as we celebrate the savory treasures of the Bay Bolete (Imleria badia). Join us on a gastronomic journey where flavor and elegance intertwine. With their distinct brown caps and sturdy stature, Bay Boletes stand…
Acorn Flour Banana Bread This is a really nice way to get some use out of the very common Acorn and use up some of those bananas that you had forgotten all about. With this Banana bread made with acorn flour! Ingredients 1 cup of leached acorn flour 2 cups…
Broadleaf Plantain / Spring / Summer / Autumn / Edible Common Names Broadleaf plantain, Waybread, White man’s footprint Botanical Name Plantago major Scientific Classification Kingdom – Plantae Order –Lamiales Family – Plantaginaceae Physical Characteristics for Broadleaf plantain The plant is a rosette-forming perennial herb, with leafless, silky, hairy flower stems.…
Giant / Blackening Polypore / Summer/ Autumn / Edible Step into the realm of awe-inspiring culinary treasures as we embark on an exploration of the Edible Giant Polypore Mushroom (Meripilus giganteus). Join us on a journey where gastronomy meets magnificence. With its impressive size and distinctive fan-like structure, the Giant…