Foxgloves / Spring / Summer / Autumn / Toxic Foxgloves are a very common Summer flowering native plant. It’s potentially deadly poisonous so one every forager should be familiar with. Common Names Foxgloves, Foxes gloves, thimble flower, fairy gloves. Botanical Name Digitalis. There are quite a few Digitalis species the…
Category: Toxic
Magpie Inkcap / Autumn / Toxic Enter the realm of caution as we unveil the hidden dangers of the Magpie Inkcap (Coprinopsis picacea), a mushroom that demands respect for its toxic nature. Join us on a journey of awareness and safety as we delve into the risks associated with…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Beechwood Sickener / Summer / Autumn / Inedible Embark on a captivating exploration of the intriguing yet inedible Beechwood Sickener, scientifically known as Russula Nobilis. In this blog post, we dive into the enigmatic world of this vibrant mushroom, renowned for its striking appearance and cautionary nature. While the Beechwood…
Angel Wings / Spring / Summer / Autumn / None Edible Enter a world of wonder and caution as we delve into the fascinating realm of Angel Wings mushrooms (scientifically known as Pleurocybella porrigens). In this blog post, we embark on a journey to explore the delicate allure and potential…