Charlock Mustard / Spring / Summer / Autumn / Edible Common Names Charlock Mustard, field mustard, wild mustard, charlock Botanical Name Sinapis arvensis Scientific Classification Kingdom – Plantae Order –Brassicales Family – Brassicaceae Physical Characteristics for Mustard Charlock Leaves The leaves are long, with varying degrees of invagination along the…
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Glistening Inkcap / Spring / Summer / Autumn / Edible Welcome to a world of delicate culinary delights as we celebrate the captivating flavors of the Glistening Inkcap (Coprinellus micaceus). Join us on a journey where gastronomy meets elegance. With its distinctive appearance, featuring glistening caps and slender stems, the…
Common Inkcap / All Year Round / Toxic Enter the intriguing realm of the Common Inkcap, scientifically known as Coprinopsis Atramentaria, as we uncover the fascinating yet cautionary qualities of this mushroom. In this blog post, we embark on a journey to explore the unique characteristics and toxic nature of…
Buttercaps / Summer / Autumn / Winter / Edible Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure like no other as we delve into the delectable world of Buttercaps, scientifically known as Rhodocollybia Butyraceae. Sadly although Edible they don’t have a great flavour, brilliant however for bulking out our favourite mushroom…
Fools Funnel / Summer / Autumn / Winter / Toxic Enter with utmost caution into the perilous domain of the Fools Funnel (Clitocybe rivulosa), a mushroom that disguises its true danger beneath an innocent facade. Join us as we uncover the treacherous nature of this toxic fungus. With its pale…
Plums and Custard / Summer / Autumn / Edible Plums and Custard is a beautiful looking fungi, is considered to be edible but poor quality and there are reports of it causing adverse reactions in some people. Scientific Name Tricholomopsis Rutilans Common Names Plums and Custard, Red Haired Agaric. Family…
Common Earthball / Summer/ Autumn / Toxic Embark on a journey into the mysterious world of the Common Earthball, scientifically known as Scleroderma Citrinum, as we explore the enigmatic qualities of this intriguing fungus. In this blog post, we delve into the unique characteristics and ecological significance of the Common…
Horse’s Hoof Fungus/ All Year Round / Inedible Enter a realm of natural resilience as we explore the intriguing features and uses of the inedible Horsehoof Fungus (Fomes fomentarius). Join us on a journey where functionality and artistic allure intersect. With its distinctive hoof-shaped appearance and tough, woody texture, the…
Artist Bracket / All Year Round / Edible Prepare to be captivated by the exquisite beauty and artistic prowess of the Artist Bracket, a fascinating fungus also known as Ganoderma Applanatum. In this blog post, we embark on a journey into the mesmerizing world of this unique mushroom. Scientific Name…
Elfin Saddle / Summer / Autumn / Toxic Embark on a journey of caution and awareness as we uncover the secrets of the Elfin Saddle (Helvella lacunosa), a mushroom of alluring yet treacherous nature. Join us as we explore the delicate beauty and toxic potential of this fungus. With its…