Fungal Collection

Budding yeast cell. Computer artwork of asection through a yeast ( Candida albicans )cell that is reproducing asexually. A daughtercell (top left) is budding from the parent cell

Fly agaric mushrooms (Amanita muscaria), artwork. This mushroom is powerfully hallucinogenic, containing the drugs ibotenic acid and muscimol

SEM of penicillin fungus

Culture of Aspergillus nidulans fungus
Aspergillus nidulans. Laboratory petri-dish culture of the fungus Aspergillus nidulans, cause of aspergillosis and mycetoma

Cep mushroom (Boletus edulis)
Cep mushrooms (Boletus edulis). This fungus is edible

Candida fungus, SEM
Candida fungus. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of budding threads (hyphae) of a Candida fungus. The budding areas are where asexual reproduction is producing new fungus cells

Sporangiophores of Pilobolus fungus on dung
Fungus sporangiophores. Macrophotograph of three sporangiophores of a Pilobolus sp. fungus, growing on dung. A sporangiophore is a fruiting body formed on a specialised hypha

Mushroom gills, SEM
Mushroom gills. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the gills of an unidentified gilled mushroom. The mushroom is the fruiting body of a fungus

Fly agaric fungi (Amanita muscaria). The mycelium of the fly agaric fungus shares a symbiotic relationship with spruce, forming a mycorrhizal sheath around the roots of the tree

Dividing yeast cells, SEM
Dividing yeast cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of Schizosaccharomyces pombe yeast cells dividing. S. pombe is a single-celled fungus that is studied widely as a model organism for

Dividing yeast cells, SEM
Dividing yeast cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of Schizosaccharomyces pombe yeast cells dividing. S. pombe is a single-celled fungus that is studied widely as a model organism for

Fruiting bodies of Rhizopus oligosporus
Rhizopus oligosporus fungus. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of fruiting bodies and spores of the fungus Rhizopus oligosporus

Pilobolus fungus
Fungus sporangiophores. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of sporangiophores of a Pilobolus sp. fungus, growing on dung

Phagocytosis of fungal spores, SEM
Phagocytosis of a fungus spore. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a neutrophil (blue) phagocytosing (engulfing and destroying) spores from the fungus Aspergillus fumigatus (red)

Art of yeast cell budding
Illustration of a yeast cell in the process of budding. In this view of the surface of the cell, collar- like outgrowths are seen

LM of Cryptococcus neoformans fungi
Coloured light micrograph of Cryptococcus neoformans fungi, the cause of cryptococcosis. This yeast-like organism grows by budding in infected tissues and in culture at temperatures between 25

Aflatoxin, molecular model. Atoms are represented as spheres and are colour-coded: carbon (grey), hydrogen (white) and oxygen (red)

Potato blight
5307412 Potato blight.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting potato blight (Phytophora Infestans). Potato plant is suffering from 'gangrene' an effect of potato blight

An engraving depicting Hoof fungus (Fomes fomentarius), the source of German tinder or touchwood
5311405 An engraving depicting Hoof fungus (Fomes fomentarius), the source of German tinder or touchwood. Specimens were left to grow to a large size so that the tinder was harvested

Fungal Forest
Thomas Haney

Jelly fungus, semi-alpine heath zone, Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania
Visitors to Africas tallest mountain and the tallest freestanding mountain in the world, Mount Kilimanjaro, pass through five distinct vegetation zones as they climb in altitude--bushlands, forest

Rust fungus infection, SEM
Rust fungus infection. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of spore-bearing aecia from a rust (Puccinia lagenophora) fungus, on a common groundsel (Senecio vulgaris) plant

Yeast fungus skin infection, SEM
Yeast fungus skin infection. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of human skin infected with a yeast fungus. Magnification: x3130 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Phagocytosis of fungus spores, SEM
Phagocytosis of fungus spores. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of spores from the fungus Aspergillus fumigatus (red) being phagocytosed (engulfed and destroyed) by a dendritic cell (brown)

Yeast cells, SEM
Yeast cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of cells of bakers yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) from part of a dried, commercial yeast pellet

Culture of Penicillium chrysogenum fungus
Penicillium chrysogenum. Laboratory petri- dish culture of the fungus Penicillium chrysogenum growing on agar. Growth is from the centre outwards

Amanita muscaria, Fly Agaric mushrooms fruiting in woodland

Picture No. 11675563
Light Micrograph (LM): Rhizopus sporangia. Date:

Mushroom anatomy, diagram
Mushroom anatomy. Diagram of the anatomy of Basidiomyceta mushrooms, and their growth from a fungal mycelium in the soil (left) to a full-grown mushroom (right)

Mouldy bread. The white areas are fungal mycelia, masses of thread-like structures (hyphae) that absorb nutrients. The blue-green areas are the fungal spores (reproductive structures)

Penicillium chrysogenum fungal culture

Yeast cells, TEM
Yeast cells, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). The cell wall is shown in blue, cytoplasm in red, and vacuole in green. Yeast is a single-celled fungus that reproduces asexually

SEM of yeast cells
Yeast. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of yeast cells, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, commonly known as Bakers or Brewers yeast, growing on potato dextrose agar

Blue stain fungi (Chlorociboria aeruginascens) on rotting wood. This inedible fungus stains the wood it grows on a blue-green colour. Such wood was formerly used for veneers in marquetry

Chlamydomonas nivalis, Red snow alga - Red snow alga (Chlamydomonas nivalis) and unidentified fungal spores. Colour print based on watercolour by Franz Bauer, 1819

Sycamore Tar Spot (Rhytisma acerinum) lesions on Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) leaf, Maritime Alps, France, September

Grey mould, Botrytis cinerea, rotted lemon fruit on the tree, Campania, Italy, May

Powdery mildew, Erysiphe euonymicola, white spotting on the leaves of a Euonymus foliage garden shrub in Ravello, Italy

Hollyhock rust, Puccinia malvacearum, early pustules on the lower surface of a hollyhock leaf

Brown rot, Phytophthora citrophthora, on a tangerine, post-harvest storage rot

Leaf spot, Ramularia rubella, seriously affecting a leaf of broad dock, Rumex obtusifolius, Berkshire, May

White rust, Albugo bliti, blisters on the upper surface of amaranth or pigweed leaves, Amaranthus retroflexus

Potato late blight, Phytophthora infestans, damage to potato plants in a vegetable plot, Hampshire, England, August

Grey mould, Botrytis cinerea, causing leaf dieback on rose in autumn

Powdery mildew, Podosphaera pannosa, on rose leaves

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"Fungal Kingdom: Exploring the Intricate World of Fungi" Budding yeast cell: Witness the remarkable process of reproduction as a budding yeast cell emerges, ready to create new life. Fly agaric mushrooms: Delve into the enchanting realm of fly agaric mushrooms, with their vibrant red caps and white spots, captivating both nature enthusiasts and fairytale lovers alike. SEM of penicillin fungus: Uncover the microscopic beauty of penicillin fungus through scanning electron microscopy (SEM), revealing its intricate structures that have revolutionized medicine. Culture of Aspergillus nidulans fungus: Step into a laboratory where cultures of Aspergillus nidulans fungus thrive, showcasing their unique growth patterns and potential for scientific research. Cep mushroom (Boletus edulis): Discover the culinary delight known as cep mushroom or Boletus edulis, renowned for its rich flavor and sought-after by chefs around the world. Candida fungus, SEM: Explore the unseen world within our bodies as Candida fungi are magnified under an electron microscope, shedding light on their role in various infections and diseases. Mushroom gills, SEM: Marvel at the intricate network of gills found beneath mushroom caps when observed through scanning electron microscopy (SEM), highlighting their crucial role in spore production. Fly agaric fungi: Journey through enchanted forests where fly agaric fungi flourish; these iconic red-and-white toadstools evoke a sense of wonderment while harboring fascinating ecological relationships with other organisms. Dividing yeast cells, SEM: Peer into a microscopic universe where dividing yeast cells undergo mitosis under high-resolution imaging techniques—witnessing life's continuous cycle unfold before your eyes. Penicillium roqueforti fungus: Meet Penicillium roqueforti—a blue mold used in cheese-making—whose distinctive flavor and appearance contribute to the creation of beloved blue cheeses worldwide.