Looking to explore the world of plants and mushrooms in North America? You’re in the right spot. This blog post is like a big directory of 100 common ones you might come across. For each one, there’s a link that takes you to a detailed article about it. Whether you’re into foraging or just curious […]
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Aniseed Toadstool Identification – Clitocybe odora Aniseed Toadstool, or scientifically known as Clitocybe odora, doesn’t just surprise with its look but also with its scent. It has a unique and strong scent, similar to the spice aniseed. This scent comes from specific chemicals, namely p-anisaldehyde and a bit of benzaldehyde. Aniseed Toadstool: Key Parts in
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Weeping Bolete Identification – Suillus granulatus The Weeping Bolete can be recognized by several distinct features, which help differentiate it from other similar mushrooms. Weeping Bolete: Key Parts in Photos How to identify Weeping Bolete Habitat: This mushroom thrives beneath coniferous trees. Specifically, you can find it predominantly under Scots Pine trees. Cap: The cap
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Charcoal Burner Identification – Russula cyanoxantha The Charcoal Burner stands out in the mushroom world, especially among its Russula family members, because of a unique trait: its gills. For most Russula mushrooms, these gills are quite firm, but the Charcoal Burner boasts soft, flexible gills that won’t break when you touch them. Charcoal Burner: Key
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Saffron Milk Cap Identification – Lactarius deliciosus Saffron Milk Cap, scientifically known as Lactarius deliciosus, is one of the well-known members of the milk-cap family. Saffron Milk Cap: Key Parts in Photos Where to find it If you’re on the hunt for the Saffron Milk Cap, head to coniferous woodlands, especially those abundant with pines.
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Dryad’s Saddle Identification – Polyporus squamosus Dryad’s Saddle, scientifically referred to as Cerioporus squamosus, is a unique mushroom. You might recognize this mushroom by another name: pheasant’s back mushroom. “Dryad’s saddle” points to mythical tree spirits from Greek stories known as dryads. On the other hand, “pheasant’s back” talks about how the mushroom’s pattern resembles
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