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…
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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…
Snowy waxcap / Autumn / Winter / Edible Scientific Name Hygbrocybe virgineus Family Hygrophoraceae Habitat In short grass in fields, meadows or commons. Description A bright white common Waxcap it prefers undisturbed land although Identifying Features for Snowy Waxcap: Cap: White to ivory white. Starting convex becoming depressed in the…
Meadow Waxcap / Autumn / Winter / Edible Immerse yourself in the vibrant beauty of the Meadow Waxcap (Hygrocybe pratensis) as we embark on a journey to savor its edible delights. Join us in celebrating the captivating colors and delightful flavors of this remarkable fungus. With its striking appearance, featuring…
Slimy Waxcap/Summer/Autumn/Inedible Scientific Name hygrocybe irrigatus Family Hygrophoraceae Habitat Amongst grass in pastures, fields and sometimes open woodland. Description Slimy is never a good pretense to any mushroom. this is no exception, the slimy waxcap is considered inedible because of its distinct sliminess. it not only makes it inedible but…
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.…
How to Safely Identify The Edible Puffball Family of Mushrooms Puffball mushrooms overall are a very common and easy to identify family, one of the safest for beginners. It’s one of the first species that I remembered the Latin name for. Lycopodium roughly translates to ‘Wolfs Fart’ I guess it’s…
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,…
Stump Puffball / Summer / Autumn / Edible Description An easy to identify mushroom, they are very common and can often be found in huge numbers. Scientific Name Lycoperdon Pyriforme Common Names Stump Puffball, Pear-shaped Puffball Family Agaricaceae Habitat They are saprobic feasting on dead wood, logs and stumps, they…