Mushroom Collection (page 57)

Orange-peel Fungus (Aleuria aurantia)

Clouded Agaric (Clitocybe nebularis) fruiting body, with Harvestman (Opiliones sp), Leicestershire, England, october

Fungi (Clathrus rubber) Early stage - Spain

Green Wood Cup (Chlorociboria aeruginascens) fruiting bodies, Wiltshire, England, september

Fungi - Red Crackling Boletus (Boletus chrysenteron)
Fungi - Red Crackling Boletus (Boletus chrysenteron

Fungi (Clathus ruber) Cose-up - Colchester 28-07-91 - last one seen 30 years ago in UK FL005718

Yellow Cow-pat Toadstool (Bolbitius vitellinus)

Cortinarius Sheathed Fungi (Cortinarius torvus)

Fungi (Clathrus rubber) Mature fungi - note flies - Spain

Fungi, toadstool fruiting bodies, growing on rotting tree stump in woodland habitat, Whitewell, Clitheroe, Lancashire, England, september

White Coral Fungus (Clavulina cristata) fruiting bodies, growing amongst leaf litter in old woodland, Wiltshire, England, september

Yellow Club Fungus (Clavulinopsis helvola) fruiting bodies, growing amongst leaf litter, Langley Wood National Nature Reserve, Wiltshire, England, september

Verdigris Agaric (Stropharia aeruginosa) variously aged fruiting bodies, growing in lawn, Powys, Wales, november

Charcoal Burner (Russula cyanoxantha) fruiting body, growing on slope amongst leaf litter in oak woodland, Powys, Wales, august

Cep (Boletus edulis) sliced fruiting body, showing colour and texture of gills, Leicestershire, England, september

Chanterelle Mushroom (Cantharellus cibarius)

The Blusher (Amanita rubescens) fruiting bodies, growing amongst rotting leaves in woodland, Leicestershire, England, september

Chicken-of-the-woods (Laetiporus sulphureus) fruiting body, growing on Common Yew (Taxus baccata) trunk, Croome Park, Worcestershire, England, may

Fungi - Yellow Brain Fungus (Tremella mesenterica)

Grey Spotted Amanita (Amanita spissa) fruiting bodies, growing amongst leaf litter in woodland, Leicestershire, England, september

Field Blewit (Lepista saeva) fruiting bodies, growing in acid grassland, Quantock Hills, Somerset, England, november

Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria) fruiting body, growing in woodland, Derbyshire, England, september

Field Birds Nest Fungus (Crucibulum laeve) fruiting bodies, splash cups with peridiole spore capsules, adapted for spore dispersal by raindrops, growing in agricultural land, Leicestershire, England

Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria) two fruiting bodies, growing in woodland, Derbyshire, England, september

Cramp Balls (Daldinia concentrica)

Trametes versicolor, formerly known as Coriolus versicolor and Polyporus versicolor is an extremely common polypore mushroom which can be found throughout the world

inocybe asterospora

Hares Ear (Otidea onotica) fruiting body, growing in old woodland, Wiltshire, England, september

Birch Webcap (Cortinarius triumphans) fruiting bodies, growing under birch trees in woodland, Langley Wood National Nature Reserve, Wiltshire, England, september

Earthfan (Thelephora penicillata) fruiting bodies, growing amongst moss in old woodland, Wiltshire, England, september

Sinuous Chanterelle (Pseudocraterellus sinuosus) fruiting bodies, growing in old woodland, Wiltshire, England, september

Rooting Shank (Oudemansiella radicata) fruiting bodies, growing amongst moss on woodland floor, Leicestershire, England, september

Bitter Bolete (Tylopilus felleus) fruiting body, growing amongst moss at base of oak tree, Langley Wood National Nature Reserve, Wiltshire, England, september

Bruising Webcap (Cortinarius purpurascens) fruiting bodies, growing in old woodland, Wiltshire, England, september

Nycena Inclinata

Slender Parasol (Macrolepiota mastoidea) fruiting bodies, growing on floor of coppice woodland habitat, Kent, England, september

Shaggy Scalycap (Pholiota squarrosa) fruiting bodies, growing at base of Rowan (Sorbus aucuparia) in woodland, Leicestershire, England, september

Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria) Blaxhall Heath - Suffolk Wildlife Trust

Panther Cap (Amanita pantherina) fruiting body, growing amongst fallen leaves on woodland floor, Leicestershire, England, september

Silky Piggyback Fungus (Asterophora parasitica) fruiting bodies, parasitic species, growing on remains of Milkcap (Lactarius sp.), Powys, Wales, august

Porcelain Fungus (Oudemansiella mucida) fruiting bodies, growing on dead wood, Leicestershire, England, september

Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) fruiting bodies, growing on moss covered dead tree in woodland, Leicestershire, England, september

Mycena galopus Var. alba rea

Rosy Earthstar (Geastrum rufescens) fruiting bodies, growing in deciduous woodland, Estonia, september

Many-zoned Polypore (Coriolus versicolor) fruiting bodies, growing on tree stump, Leicestershire, England, september

Blewit (Lepista panaeola) fruiting bodies, group growing as fairy ring in grassland habitat, Quantock Hills, Somerset, England, november

Parasol Mushroom (Macrolepiota procera) fruiting body, early development, West Sussex, England

Shaggy Parasol (Macrolepiota rhacodes) fruiting bodies, group emerging from soil, Powys, Wales, october

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"Mushrooms: A Fascinating Journey Through Time and Nature" Step into the enchanting world of mushrooms as we explore their captivating history and diverse beauty. 🍄✨ Delve into the pages of Larousse 1913, where Mushrooms take center stage, showcasing their intriguing characteristics and uses. Discover the Morel mushroom from 1891, a delicacy renowned for its unique shape and earthy flavor. But beware. Victorian Botanical Illustrations warn us about Poisonous Mushrooms, reminding us to tread cautiously in nature's kingdom. Meanwhile, a large variety of mushrooms from 1913 beckons with an array of colors and shapes that mesmerize our senses. Let your imagination run wild as you encounter Fly agaric mushrooms - vibrant red caps adorned with white spots like something out of a fairy tale. Watch as badgers and squirrels play amidst these mystical wonders in harmony with nature's design. Travel back to 1895 through an engraving capturing the essence of Fly agaric mushrooms' allure. Their magical presence is further enhanced by tales associating them with fairies and toadstools – mythical creatures dancing beneath their umbrella-like tops. Unearth another fascinating specimen - the Common stinkhorn mushroom from 1891 – known for its pungent odor but revered for its role in nature's cycle. Witness how it contributes to the ecosystem while maintaining its own distinct charm. Victorian Botanical Illustrations once again grace our journey, this time revealing Edible Mushrooms that have delighted generations with their culinary delights. From soups to stir-fries, they offer endless possibilities for gastronomic exploration. As we conclude our adventure through time and nature's marvels, let us not forget Balanced Rock at Garden of Gods Park in Colorado Springs – a testament to Mother Earth's incredible balance just like these remarkable fungi themselves. Intriguingly diverse yet interconnected by their existence on this planet, mushrooms continue to captivate and inspire.