Through this peice we’re going to take a deep dive into the identification of the Old Man of the Woods Mushroom, including edibility, lookalikes and more. The Old Man of the Woods (Strobilomyces floccopus) is a fascinating fungus that stands out not only for its peculiar appearance but also for…
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Weeping Bolete / Summer / Autumn / Edible Scientific Name Suillus granulatus Common Names Weeping Bolete, Granulated bolete. Family Suillaceae Habitat They form mycorrhizal relationships with coniferous trees, most often with Scot Pine (Pinus sylvestris). They are fairly common and sometimes appear in large numbers. Description Part of the wider…
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…
Bitter Bolete / Summer / Autumn / In-Edible The bitter bolete is sometimes confused with the porcini mushroom, it’s edible but is very very bitter in flavour and is best avoided. Scientific Name Tylopilus Felleus Common Names Bitter Bolete Family Boletales Habitat In any type of woodland but most…
Sepia Bolete / Summer / Autumn / Edible Scientific Name Xerocomellus Porosporus Common Names Sepia Bolete Family Boletales Habitat Most often associated with Oak but can be found growing with any deciduous tree. Description An uncommon and quite rare mushroom to find in the UK, they are more common in…
Red Cracked Bolete / Summer / Autumn / Edible The Red Cracked Bolete is a fairly common mushroom, they tend to be overlooked by some foragers as the texture is quite soft, but they dry very well. Scientific Name Xerocomellus Chrysenteron Common Names Red Cracked Bolete, Red Cracking Bolete. Family…
Larch Bolete / Summer / Autumn / Winter / Edible Welcome to the wonderful world of mushroom hunting! In this exciting blog post, we’ll be your trusty guides as we unravel the secrets of identifying the delectable Larch Bolete (Suillus grevillei). Picture yourself wandering through sun-dappled forests, searching for these…
Bovine Bolete / Summer / Autumn / Edible Step into the enchanting world of forest foraging as we uncover the rustic charm and culinary delights of the Bovine Bolete, scientifically known as Suillus Bovinus. In this blog post, we embark on a journey to discover the unique qualities of this…
Lurid Bolete / Summer / Autumn / Edible Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the delectable flavors of the Lurid Bolete (Suillellus luridus). In this daring exploration of wild mushrooms, we uncover the culinary wonders of this remarkable fungus. With its striking appearance, featuring vibrant orange-yellow caps and…
Scarletina Bolete / Summer / Autumn / Edible Scientific Name Neoboletus Praestigiator or Neoboletus Luridiformis Common Names Scarletina bolete, Family Boletaceae Habitat Can be found in mixed and evergreen woodlands but most often associated with oak and birch. Description An edible and tasty member of the bolete family, care must…