The best wild mushrooms for beginners The world of mushrooms and fungi can be an intimidating place for beginners so through this guide we’re going to look at the best wild mushrooms for beginners. Many of them look very similar and if you get it wrong there’s the risk of…
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Porcini / Summer / Autumn / Edible How to Identify The Porcini Scientific Name: Boletus edulis Family: Boletaceae Also known as: Cep, Penny Bun, king mushroom Habitat: The temperate woodlands across Europe, including Britain, from Scandanavia south and east to Spain, right across Eurasia and China. Closely related species are…
Dark Bolete/Summer/Autumn/Edible Scientific Name Boletus Aereas Family Boletus Habitat These are rare in the UK and would more likely be found in the south of England. Commonly found at the edges of woodland, beside walks or in clearings in oak and beech woodlands. Description The Dark Bolete, also known as…