Aniseed Funnel / Summer / Autumn / Edible Prepare to awaken your senses and embark on a delightful culinary adventure as we explore the edible treasure known as Aniseed Funnel, scientifically referred to as Clitocybe Odora. In this blog post, we invite you to indulge in the enchanting world of…
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Parasol Mushroom / Summer / Autumn / Edible Lets take a look at the Parasol Mushroom, a wonderful and delightful edible mushroom to include in our everyday dishes Scientific Name Macrolepiota Procera Common Names Parasol Mushroom, Snakeskin Parasol, Snakes Hat, Drumstick Mushroom. Family Agaricaceae Habitat They are saprobic, most often…
Parrot Waxcap / Summer / Autumn / Winter / Inedible The Parrot Waxcap is an amazing mushroom with great variation in colour! greens, blues and yellows can all be found on this particular mushroom! Scientific Name Hygrocybe / Gliophorus psittacinus Family Hygrophoraceae Habitat In unimproved grassland like fields and pastures…
Heath Waxcap / Summer / Autumn / Winter / Edible Welcome to a world of vibrant culinary delights as we celebrate the flavorsome treasures of the Heath Waxcap (Hygrocybe/Gliophorus laetus). Join us on a journey where gastronomy meets vibrancy. With its stunning array of colors and delicate cap, the Heath…
One of the most common family of fungi in the UK is the Russulas or the Brittlegills, we rarely head out foraging in Autumn without finding Brittlegills. These mushrooms are colourful and abundant but like all the other fungi families there are good tasty ones and some nasty poisonous ones.…
False Chanterelle / Summer / Autumn / Toxic Welcome to an exploration where we unmask the hidden dangers of the False Chanterelle (Hygrophoropsis aurantiaca). Join us as we venture into the world of mushrooms, where beauty can sometimes be deceiving. With its striking orange hue and resemblance to its edible…
Mosaic Puffball / Summer / Autumn / Edible Step into the enchanting world of the Mosaic Puffball (Lycoperdon utriforme), where nature’s delicate artistry meets culinary delight. Join us on a journey of discovery as we unravel the secrets of this remarkable mushroom. With its unique mosaic-like pattern and distinct shape,…
Dusky Puffball / Summer / Autumn / Edible Welcome to a journey of culinary wonder as we uncover the delightful secrets of the Dusky Puffball (Lycoperdon Nigrescens). Join us as we explore the enchanting world of this edible mushroom, renowned for its unique appearance and delectable taste. With its rounded…
Common Puffball / Summer / Autumn / Edible  Step into the enchanting world of the Common Puffball, scientifically known as Lycoperdon Perlatum, as we unravel the delicate delights and culinary possibilities of this remarkable mushroom. In this blog post, we invite you to discover the unique qualities and culinary…
Scurvy Grass / Spring / Summer / Autumn / Winter / Edible Common Name: Common Scurvy Grass, Danish Scurvy Grass, English Scurvy Grass Botanical Name Cochlearia officinalis Scientific Classification Kingdom – Plantae Order –Rosales Family – Rosaceae Physical Characteristics for Scurvy Grass There is Scurvy Grass for most of the…