Golden Waxcap / Autumn / Winter / Edible Step into a realm of culinary delight as we celebrate the exquisite flavours of the Golden Waxcap (Hygrocybe chlorophana). Join us on a journey where gastronomy meets elegance. With its radiant golden caps and delicate stature, the Golden Waxcap stands as a…
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Jubilee Waxcap / Autumn / Winter / Inedible Welcome to an exploration of nature’s splendor as we admire the captivating beauty of the Jubilee Waxcap (Hygrocybe/Gliophorus reginae). Join us on a journey where admiration meets caution. With its striking orange-red cap and elegant stature, the Jubilee Waxcap stands as a…
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…
Snowy waxcap / Autumn / Winter / Edible Scientific Name Hygbrocybe virgineus / Cuphophyllus virgineus Family Hygrophoraceae Habitat In short grass in fields, meadows or commons. Found July through to November in open pasture or mature grasslands Description A bright white common Waxcap it prefers undisturbed land although Identifying Features:…
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…
Clouded Agaric / Autumn / Winter / Edible Enter the misty world of the Clouded Agaric, scientifically known as Clitocybe Nebularis, as we unravel the enchanting qualities of this captivating mushroom. In this blog post, we embark on a journey to discover the ethereal beauty and ecological significance of this…
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…
Buttercaps / Summer / Autumn / Winter / Edible Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure like no other as we delve into the delectable world of Buttercaps, scientifically known as Rhodocollybia Butyraceae. Sadly although Edible they don’t have a great flavour, brilliant however for bulking out our favourite mushroom…
Wavy Caps / Autumn / Winter / Edible Wavy Caps / Blueleg Brownies aren’t a mushroom that we come across that often when we’re out foraging mushrooms, however when we do it’s most often in parks & building development wood chip piles. Scientific Name Psilocybe Cyanescens Common Names Wavy Caps,…