Wax Cap Collection

"Wax Cap Fungus: A Colorful Delight in the UK" As autumn sweeps across the British countryside, a magical phenomenon takes place - the emergence fungi

Wax Cap Fungus - UK
DAC-613 Wax Cap Fungus UK Hygrocybe ceracea David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Wax Cap Collection: Scarlet Waxcap (Hygrocybe coccinea) two fruiting bodies, growing in grassy meadow, Leicestershire

Scarlet Waxcap (Hygrocybe coccinea) two fruiting bodies, growing in grassy meadow, Leicestershire, England, autumn

Wax Cap Collection: Meadow Waxcap (Hygrocybe pratensis) fruiting body, growing in old grazed grassland, Emery Down

Meadow Waxcap (Hygrocybe pratensis) fruiting body, growing in old grazed grassland, Emery Down, New Forest, Hampshire, England, november

Wax Cap Collection: Golden Waxcap (Hygrocybe chlorophana) fruiting bodies, growing in acid grassland, Quantock Hills

Golden Waxcap (Hygrocybe chlorophana) fruiting bodies, growing in acid grassland, Quantock Hills, Somerset, England, november

Wax Cap Collection: Blackening Waxcap (Hygrocybe nigrescens) fruiting bodies, in various stages

Blackening Waxcap (Hygrocybe nigrescens) fruiting bodies, in various stages, growing in acid grassland, Quantock Hills, Somerset, England, november

Waxcap fungi (Hygrocybe laeta) in grassland which has not been subjected to artificial fertiliser. Photographed in Abergavenny, Wales, in November

Wax Cap Collection: Scarlet Wax-cap Fungi Corfe common, Dorset, UK

Scarlet Wax-cap Fungi Corfe common, Dorset, UK
ROG-11206 Scarlet Wax-Cap FUNGI Corfe Common, Dorset, UK. Hygrocybe coccinea Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Wax Cap Collection: Wax Cap on mature pasture - Occurs late summer to autumn, inedible, Leicester, UK

Wax Cap on mature pasture - Occurs late summer to autumn, inedible, Leicester, UK
HEN-24 Wax Cap on mature pasture - Occurs late summer to autumn inedible, Leicester, UK Hygrocybe coccinea John K Henwood M.R.C.V.S Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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"Wax Cap Fungus: A Colorful Delight in the UK" As autumn sweeps across the British countryside, a magical phenomenon takes place - the emergence fungi. These vibrant and enchanting mushrooms bring bursts of color to meadows and grasslands throughout England. In October, at Clumber Park in Nottinghamshire, Scarlet Waxcap (Hygrocybe coccinea) fruiting bodies can be spotted. Their scarlet caps stand out against the green backdrop, creating a mesmerizing sight for nature enthusiasts. Moving south to Emery Down in New Forest, Hampshire, November brings an abundance of Scarlet Waxcaps growing amongst old grazed grassland habitat. The contrast between their vivid red caps and the golden hues of fallen leaves is simply breathtaking. Not far from there, in Hyde also within New Forest, another species thrives - Golden Waxcaps (Hygrocybe chlorophana). These delicate yellow mushrooms blanket the landscape with their mass growth in old grazed grassland habitats. Leicestershire showcases its own wax cap wonders as well. In September, Scarlet Waxcaps emerge amidst mossy meadows while autumn sets them aglow with warm colors. Later on, Meadow Waxcaps (Hygrocybe pratensis) join the scene with their unique appearance among grazed grasslands. Venturing further southwest to Quantock Hills in Somerset reveals even more intriguing species. Golden Waxcaps grace acid grasslands with their striking presence during November while Blackening Waxcaps (Hygrocybe nigrescens) showcase various stages of growth alongside them. These fascinating wax cap fungi add a touch of whimsy and wonder to our natural landscapes. From Corfe Common in Dorset to all corners of England's countryside, these captivating mushrooms remind us that beauty can be found even at our feet.