Striate Earthstar

Fungi > Earthstars & Puffballs

The Striate Earthstar (Geastrum striatum) is one of the most architectural, sculptural, and enchanting gasteroid fungi in the ancient woodland soils of the Northern Hemisphere. Belonging to the earthstar family Geastraceae, this bizarre basidiomycete begins life as a...

Magpie Fungus

Fungi > Mushrooms

The Magpie Fungus (Coprinopsis picacea), also known as the Magpie Inkcap, is one of the most visually breathtaking, theatrical, and dramatic woodland mushrooms in Europe. Belonging to the inkcap family Psathyrellaceae, this majestic basidiomycete is an obligate...

Cinnabar Polypore

Fungi > Bracket & Shelf Fungi

The Cinnabar Polypore (Pycnoporus cinnabarinus), also known as the Cinnabar Red Polypore, is one of the most visually dazzling and unmistakable wood-decay fungi in the Northern Hemisphere. Belonging to the polypore family Polyporaceae, this bracket fungus produces...

Collared Parachute

Fungi > Mushrooms

The Collared Parachute (Marasmius rotula), affectionately known as the Pinwheel Mushroom or Little Wheel, is one of the most delicate, enchanting, and architecturally exquisite miniature fungi in the woodland world. Belonging to the family Marasmiaceae, this tiny...

Plums and Custard

Fungi > Mushrooms

Plums and Custard (Tricholomopsis rutilans) is one of the most delightfully named and visually striking woodland fungi in the Northern Hemisphere. Belonging to the family Tricholomataceae, this wood-decaying basidiomycete produces vibrant, fleshy fruiting bodies whose...