Giant Noble Polypore

Fungi > Polypores

The Giant Noble Polypore (Bridgeoporus nobilissimus), also known as the Fuzzy Sahuaro or Noble Polypore, is a gargantuan, mythical bracket fungus native exclusively to the ancient old-growth temperate rainforests of the Pacific Northwest. Possessing the distinction of...

Ugly Milkcap

Fungi > Mushrooms

The Ugly Milkcap (Lactarius turpis), despite its unflattering common name, is an ecologically magnificent and fascinating ectomycorrhizal mushroom native to northern birch woodlands. Characterized by a massive, slimy, dark olive-brown to soot-black cap with a...

Weeping Bolete

Fungi > Mushrooms

The Weeping Bolete (Suillus granulatus), also known as the Granulated Bolete, is a widespread, attractive pore mushroom native to pine woodlands across the Northern Hemisphere. Instantly recognizable by its rich chestnut to golden-orange slimy cap and its unique habit...

Violet-toothed Polypore

Fungi > Polypores & Bracket Fungi

The Violet-toothed Polypore (Trichaptum biforme), also celebrated as the Purple Tooth Polypore, is a mesmerizing, jewel-toned bracket fungus widespread across temperate hardwood forests of North America. Renowned for its breathtaking lilac to royal-purple growing...

Reddening Lepiota

Fungi > Agaricaceae & Agaricales

The Reddening Lepiota (Leucoagaricus americanus) is a robust, fascinating saprotrophic mushroom celebrated for its dramatic, chameleon-like bruising reactions. Native across temperate woodlands and common in landscaped urban mulch beds, this attractive gilled fungus...