Orange Grisette / Summer / Autumn / Edible Orange Grisette is an edible member of the Amanita family, they can easily be confused with toxic species. Not for beginners! Scientific Name Amanita Crocea Common Names Orange Grisette, Orange Ringless Amanita Family Amanitaceae Habitat They are mycorrhizal with quite a few…
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Tawny Grisette Mushroom / Summer / Autumn / Edible The tawny Grisette Mushroom is and edible (when cooked) mushroom we come across quite often in the summer mushroom foraging season and is a beauty to find. It does sit within the amanita family so is definitely worth being a little…
Grisette / Summer / Autumn / Edible Welcome to a world of culinary elegance as we delve into the delightful flavors of the Grisette (Amanita vaginata). Join us on a journey where gastronomy meets sophistication. With its graceful appearance and subtle beauty, the Grisette stands as a true culinary gem.…
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…
The Guelder-Rose (Viburnum Opulus) is a common native shrub, the common name refers to the Dutch province of Guelderland where a popular cultivar was developed. In the UK it’s one of the key indicators of ancient woodland but it’s most often found planted in parks and gardens. The berries are…
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 Common names Parrot waxcap Family Hygrophoraceae Habitat In unimproved grassland…
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…