Grisettes
Grisettes From now on we use “Grisettes” as a colloquial term to refer all the ringless Amanita species (Amanita sect.
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Destroying Angel
Destroying Angel Destroying angels are characterized by having gills and white stalks. The cap can be pure white, or white
Deathcap
Deathcap Amanita phalloides, commonly known as the death cap, is a deadly poisonous basidiomycete fungus and mushroom, one of many
Yellow Stainer
Yellow Stainer Poisonous causing alarming symptoms but not affecting everybody. Not worth the chance! Scientific Name – Agaricus xanthodermus Please
Wood Mushroom
Wood Mushroom A tasty find but the mushrooms have a very short shelf life and need to be used soon
Spring Fieldcap
Spring Fieldcap A common mushroom in Spring and early Summer but can be found later in the year. Although edible,
Pavement Mushroom
Pavement Mushroom This fungi can grow through dry, compacted soil or even asphalt and seems to prefer growing beside paths
Macro Mushroom
Macro Mushroom Occasional, but being a large mushroom can often be seen from a distance. Can easily be confused with
Jewelled Amanita
Jewelled Amanita Its bright egg-yellow to golden cap dotted with white veil remnants is visually appealing, which can mislead inexperienced