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... that the lichen species Acarospora janae was named after its discoverer's fiancée? (2013-09-05)
... that Aecidium mori causes mulberry rust disease on the mulberry flowering plant, which decreases the quantity of leaves on the trees? (2012-07-05)
... that the fruit bodies of the fungus Agaricus texensis (pictured) have adapted to growth in dry habitats? (2010-01-22)
... that the edibility of the small woodland mushroom Agaricus semotus is disputed, with some sources claiming edibility and others warning of gastrointestinal discomfort? (2009-03-24)
... that the edible mushroom Agaricus abruptibulbus grows better in the presence of the normally toxic element cadmium? (2008-11-24)
... that Agaricus albolutescens, unlike other species of Agaricus, turns tawny-brown rather than yellow when bruised? (2009-07-31)
... that the cuticle of the mushroom Agaricus arorae, which was first described in Santa Cruz County, California, turns yellow in potassium hydroxide when cut? (2009-07-18)
... that the agaric mushroom species Agaricus benesii is found under the pines of Monterey Cypress trees and bruises pinkish-red when injured? (2009-08-29)
... that the edible mushroom Agaricus bernardii is often found along roads that have been de-iced with salt? (2012-09-16)
... that the creosote odor of the poisonous mushroom Agaricus hondensis intensifies when it is cooked? (2012-07-18)
... that while commonly found in central California, Agaricus lilaceps can sometimes be found at the campus of Stanford University under the eucalyptus located there? (2009-03-30)
... that toxic puffball Agaricus praeclaresquamosus can be distinguished from its close relative Agaricus perobscurus by a stipe base which turns yellow immediately when injured? (2009-08-12)
... that unlike many other Agaricus species, Agaricus placomyces fruits from mid to late winter rather than during the typical late spring, summer and early fall? (2009-04-09)
... that the once rare mulch fieldcap mushroom has become more common due to the increasing use of woodchip mulch in ornamental flower beds? (2012-10-20)
... that the fungus Albatrellus subrubescens was first collected from Florida and Czechoslovakia? (2008-11-16)
... that white rust (pictured), a plant pathogen affecting the cabbage family, predisposes its host to develop downy mildew? (2018-10-22)
... that Aliquandostipitaceae members have the widest hyphae in the Ascomycetes? (2009-10-22)
... that the toxic mushroom Amanita abrupta (pictured) damages the liver in a manner similar to the destroying angel and the deathcap? (2009-08-27)
... that it is uncertain whether the brown and white American star-footed Amanitas are different species? (2010-01-09)
... that fragments of veil patches of the mushroom Amanita ananiceps can litter the ground around it? (2014-03-03)
... that the Amanita species A. atkinsoniana (pictured) and A. ravenelii have an odor resembling bleaching powder? (2010-09-24)
... that the New Zealand mushrooms Amanita australis, A. nothofagi, Entoloma haastii, Mycena cystidiosa, M. minirubra, and Oudemansiella australis were all described by Greta Stevenson as new to science? (2011-02-16)
... that the eastern North American destroying angel contains cyclic peptides that, if consumed, can cause kidney failure, liver failure, and/or death? (2010-06-02)
... that the odor of the North American mushroom species carrot-foot Amanita (pictured) has been compared to an old ham bone, while the related gunpowder Lepidella smells of bleaching powder? (2009-11-03)
... that the name of the mushroom Amanita echinocephala (pictured) means "hedgehog-head" in Ancient Greek, referring to its spiny, or warty-looking cap? (2008-07-19)
... that the Guangzhou destroying angel has fatally poisoned almost 30 people since the year 2000? (2010-05-12)
... that the yellow wart (pictured) is often confused with the fly agaric? (2009-08-06)
... that Amanita nivalis is found growing in sub-Arctic and Alpine conditions in Europe, Greenland and the Rocky Mountains? (2012-12-10)
... that the Australian mushroom Amanita ochrophylla has an odour reminiscent of ants? (2013-03-04)
... that when immature, the "death angel" fungus, Amanita ocreata, closely resembles an edible mushroom? (2007-11-14)
... that in southern France, people were inflicted with acute renal insufficiency because they confused Amanita ovoidea with the poisonous species Amanita proxima? (2010-06-01)
... that the royal fly agaric (pictured) was the German Mycological Society's "Mushroom of the Year" in 2000? (2010-01-13)
... that extracts of the red volva Amanita can cause high blood sugar in mice? (2010-10-26)
... that the mushroom Amanita strobiliformis has been said to smell like bleaching powder? (2010-02-07)
... that the lethal mushroom Amanita subpallidorosea was discovered when two people died in 2014 after eating it in China? (2017-12-05)
... that the grisette is enjoyed by cows? (2009-08-08)
... that the highly regarded edible mushroom Amanita velosa (pictured) can often be found growing in close proximity to its deadly relative Amanita ocreata, the destroying angel? (2007-03-04)
... that the highly toxic all-white toadstool Amanita virosa, one of several species known as the destroying angel, can be confused with the common mushroom when young? (2007-11-06)
... that the edible African species Amanita zambiana is sometimes called the "Christmas mushroom" because it is most abundant in December and early January? (2012-10-07)
... that while most lichens that grow on plants live on the surface, the sole species in Amazonotrema grows partially among the cells of the tree bark on which it lives? (2023-01-10)
... that species in the fungal genus Ameliella have been found in the Skibotn area in central Northern Norway, a hotspot of lichen species diversity? (2009-08-13)
... that the mycoparasitic fungus Ampelomyces quisqualis attacks powdery mildew on crops such as cucumbers? (2021-07-25)
... that people have suffered an Antabuse-type reaction from eating the club foot mushroom and drinking alcohol? (2017-10-22)
... that wood wasps and their fungal symbionts, Amylostereum fungi (pictured), may cause a total economic loss of $254 million per year for the Canadian forest industry over the next 20 years? (2012-06-03)
... that various species in the fungal genus Antrodia, used in Taiwan as traditional medicines, have been shown to have antioxidant and anticancer properties? (2009-02-06)
... that while the fungus Apophysomyces is safe to handle, even a small amount entering the bloodstream can lead to a fatal mucormycosis infection? (2006-12-10)
... that Appianoporites, Margaretbarromyces, and Quatsinoporites are all fossil fungi from Vancouver Island, British Columbia? (2010-11-13)
... that the appressorium—a specialized cell typical of many fungal plant pathogens—can develop enough turgor pressure to puncture Mylar? (2012-10-08)
... that the fungi Aquamarina speciosa, Keissleriella rara, Massarina carolinensis and Paraphaeosphaeria pilleata were discovered growing on stems of dead black needlerush plants (pictured)? (2012-01-05)
... that Archaeomarasmius, Aureofungus, Coprinites, and Protomycena are the only four genera of agaric mushrooms known from the fossil record? (2010-10-13)
... that Archaeorhizomyces is a class of fungi that was not described until 2011? (2011-08-21)
... that a humongous fungus (example pictured) caused a media stir after it was reported to cover an area of 37 acres (15 ha), weigh at least 21,000 pounds (10,000 kg), and be 1,500 years old? (2010-02-26)
... that the rare Banksia verticillata (pictured) is threatened by three fungi – aerial canker, dieback and honey mushroom? (2009-12-29)
... that the growing tips of the mycelia of the honey fungus (pictured) are bioluminescent? (2013-10-24)
... that the German lichenologist and taxonomist Ferdinand Christian Gustav Arnold had a personal herbarium of 150,000 specimens? (2009-04-06)
... that the fungus Arthrobotrys dactyloides can trap a nematode with a ring of hypha before feeding on it? (2017-11-01)
... that the fungal pathogen Aschersonia aleyrodis can control silverleaf whitefly under greenhouse conditions? (2021-08-02)
... that colonization of mature black spruce trees by jelly drops (pictured) helps protect them from future infection by rot-causing fungi? (2009-06-23)
... that although the fungus Aseroe coccinea was characterized in 1989, its validation as a species was delayed until 2007 because the initial description was not in Latin? (2010-11-07)
... that although the fungus Aseroe floriformis was named for its resemblance to a flower, it smells like cow dung? (2011-03-18)
... that the scientific name of the common Australian garden fungus Aseroë rubra (pictured) means 'red disgusting juice'? (2008-01-18)
... that the fungus toxin aspergillomarasmine A is capable of inhibiting an antibiotic-resistance enzyme produced by superbugs? (2014-06-28)
... that the pathogenic fungus Aspergillus sydowii causes aspergillosis in sea fans and may be carried between them by the flamingo tongue snail? (2012-10-18)
... that the giant leucopax mushroom has bioactive compounds with antioxidative, antibiotic, and anti-cancer properties? (2009-04-29)
... that the false earthstar in the fungal family Astraeaceae (pictured) can open and close its rays in response to changes in humidity? (2009-07-02)
... that bonnets may be orange (pictured), clustered, scarlet, frosty, mealy, ivory, nitrous, grooved, snapping, milking, bleeding, or bulbous? (2010-10-06)
... that if handled, the flaming gold bolete fungus will stain one's hands yellow? (2012-10-09)
... that the mushrooms Boletus zelleri, B. mirabilis, Suillus americanus, S. brevipes, S. lakei, and Leccinum manzanitae are all examples of edible boletes? (2009-09-25)
... that the bolete mushrooms B. illudens, B. carminiporus (pictured), B. miniato-olivaceus, B. projectellus, B. rubripes, B. subvelutipes, Boletinellus merulioides, Phylloporus leucomycelinus, P. rhodoxanthus, Pulveroboletus ravenelii, and Suillus cothurnatus can be used to make dyes? (2012-10-22)
... that the spores of the mushroom Boletellus russellii are grooved and furrowed like its stem? (2012-09-09)
... that the Jew's Ear is an edible reminder of a suicide? (2010-10-31)
... that the mushroom Auriscalpium vulgare (pictured) is named for an instrument used for personal hygiene? (2011-01-25)
... that Austroboletus mushrooms (Austroboletus occidentalis pictured) can be distinguished from other boletes by their pitted stems? (2015-07-22)
... that the mushrooms of Austroboletus olivaceoglutinosus have a fruity smell? (2017-12-10)
... that the cap of the Australian mushroom Cortinarius australiensis can reach 30 centimetres (12 in) across? (2015-06-22)
... that fungi of the mycorrhizal genus Austropaxillus (A. infundibuliformis pictured) are closely related to the brown rot genus Serpula? (2013-06-08)
... that pink earth lichen was once thought to be in the same genus as the similar-looking brown beret lichen, until DNA sequencing proved otherwise? (2015-11-03)
... that Banksiamyces is a fungus that grow on the dead "cones" of Banksia species? (2010-03-01)
... that Barbeyella minutissima are found in areas of up to 3,500 metres above sea level? (2012-07-05)
... that the largest specimens of the sandy stiltball fungus have been found growing in floodplains with halophilic vegetation? (2009-08-04)
... that Agathe L. van Beverwijk left her research role at the Amsterdam Cancer Institute because she refused to experiment on animals? (2015-11-12)
... that in 1951, birch dieback disease was estimated to have killed two thirds of the birch trees in Maine? (2016-05-21)
... that yellow fairy cups (pictured) are one of the most common small discos? (2012-09-24)
... that the type species of the fungal genus Boletellus is the pineapple bolete (pictured)? (2010-10-14)
... that despite its name, the edibility of the rhubarb bolete (pictured) is unknown? (2009-09-23)
... that the mushroom Boletopsis grisea is threatened by deforestation, air pollution, and the use of fertilizers and lime used to increase timber production? (2015-12-29)
... that Boletus abruptibulbus, Leccinum arenicola, and Phylloporus arenicola are the only North American Boletaceae mushrooms that grow in coastal sand dunes? (2012-10-01)
... that the North American fungus Boletus aurantiosplendens has been found in only seven distinct locations? (2018-02-09)
... that the butter-foot bolete (pictured) and red-capped butter bolete are in the same section? (2012-09-12)
... that the edible mushroom Boletus barrowsii is popular with maggots, who often beat mushroomers to their goal? (2008-03-13)
... that spraying the bright yellow mushroom Boletus curtisii with methanol will make the color disappear? (2012-08-25)
... that the widely consumed porcini mushroom is often confused with the fungus Boletus pinophilus (pictured)? (2008-08-29)
... that parts of the Colombian mushroom Boletus pyrrhosceles turn blue when damaged? (2017-12-01)
... that the mushroom Boletus subluridellus was first described scientifically from specimens collected on a golf course? (2013-09-30)
... that stump blossoms can cause butt rot? (2016-06-23)
... that the mushroom Bothia castanella was shuffled to six different genera before a new genus was made for it? (2013-09-24)
... that the fungus Sclerotium cepivorum causes onions to rot in the ground while Botrytis allii causes them to rot during storage? (2013-04-05)
... that puffballs of fungal genus Bovista have been used in homeopathic medicine to treat a wide variety of ailments? (2008-12-01)
... that Bovista aestivalis is so similar to Bovista dermoxantha that a microscope is required to differentiate the two fungi based on their spores? (2009-07-15)
... that phylogenetic relationships between the mushroom Bovista nigrescens and species of Lycoperdaceae were established based on ITS and LSU sequence data from north European taxa? (2009-03-31)
... that tumbling puffballs (pictured) have been used as charms by the Chippewa people of North America? (2016-01-29)
... that the exoperidium of the Bovista plumbea peels off at maturation in hot, dry conditions? (2008-12-04)
... that the "noble polypore" (mushroom species Bridgeoporus nobilissimus) was the first fungus to be listed as endangered by any private or public agency in the United States? (2008-12-09)
... that the fungus Bruceomyces castoris was discovered in beaver teeth scars on trees? (2013-11-16)
... that the mushroom Buchwaldoboletus lignicola (pictured) is parasitic on another fungus – Phaeolus schweinitzii? (2013-05-31)
... that Buellia aethalea, a species of fungus, is also known as the "darkened button lichen" due to the small black spots on its crusty grey surface? (2024-04-13)
... that the Antarctic lichen Buellia frigida has been to outer space? (2023-12-21)
... that despite having a Ph.D. and being a foremost North American authority on the difficult mushroom genera Lactarius and Russula, Gertrude S. Burlingham only ever taught high school biology? (2010-03-12)
... that the butter boletes, such as B. appendiculatus (pictured), are so named for their butter-yellow stalks and pores? (2014-06-24)
... that the puffball Calbovista subsculpta can be distinguished from the similar pyramid puffball by the antler-like branching of its capillitia (pictured)? (2014-07-03)
... that the fungi Callistosporium vinosobrunneum, Marasmiellus hapuuarum, Marasmius koae, Mycena marasmielloides, and Pleurocybella ohiae, newly described in 2011, are known only from the wet forests of Hawaii? (2012-03-23)
... that Boletus calopus, a European mushroom, derives its scientific name from the Ancient Greek for "pretty foot," referring to its attractive stalk? (2006-10-02)
... that the buff and yellow mushrooms (fruiting bodies) of the fungus Boletus radicans (pictured) can reach 30 centimetres (12 in) in diameter? (2008-06-22)
... that "Pink Fairhead" is a common name for Calocybe carnea, a small pink mushroom of grassy areas in Europe and North America? (2008-08-02)
... that the milky white mushroom is being grown commercially in its native India? (2017-12-20)
... that the Santa Rosa Island endemic lichen Caloplaca obamae is the first species to be named in honor of United States President Barack Obama? (2009-04-25)
... that the spring orange peel fungus infects caches of pinecones collected by squirrels? (2009-04-17)
... that mushrooms of the genus Calostoma are sometimes called "prettymouth" because of peristome tissue that appears on them when they expand? (2008-11-26)
... that Calostoma cinnabarinum (pictured) is a mushroom that resembles tomatoes or amphibian eggs? (2012-11-20)
... that the brain puffball (pictured) is a tasty edible when its insides are still firm and white? (2013-10-31)
... that the puffball mushroom Calvatia sculpta (pictured) has been described as "a cross between a geodesic dome and a giant glob of meringue"? (2009-08-03)
... that the yeast Candida blankii, first described from mink organs, is now known to infect humans? (2019-04-24)
... that the yeast Candida keroseneae grows in airplane fuel? (2013-09-06)
... that the Candy cap mushroom species Lactarius camphoratus has been used as part of a pipe tobacco mix? (2009-01-26)
... that Cantharellus lateritius (pictured) may typically be distinguished from other chanterelles by its smooth under surface? (2009-10-11)
... that the mushroom Cantharellus zangii exists only in Shangri-La? (2013-09-27)
... that spores are produced on the outer, not inner, surface of the cup-like head of the pod parachute fungus (pictured)? (2013-09-20)
... that species in the fungal genus Ceratobasidium cause economically important plant diseases such as sharp eyespot of cereals and black rot of coffee? (2010-07-19)
... that fungi in the Ceratobasidium cornigerum complex cause diseases such as "silky threadblight", "sharp eyespot", "yellow patch", and "black rot"? (2010-09-06)
... that in the 1930s, the discoverers of cerevisterol purified 10 grams (0.35 oz) from 4,500 kilograms (9,900 lb) of dry yeast? (2013-03-15)
... that bolete mushrooms of the genus Chalciporus, such as C. pseudorubinellus (pictured), are thought to be parasitic? (2016-05-16)
... that the peppery bolete has been used as a peppery condiment in some countries? (2013-05-17)
... that 19th century Polish noble and farmer Stanisław Chełchowski (pictured) published academic works ranging from ethnography through agriculture to mycology? (2007-07-12)
... that wood infected by the "green elfcup" fungus, species Chlorociboria aeruginascens, is used in the manufacture of decorative inlaid woodwork like Tunbridge ware and parquetry? (2008-12-15)
... that the "Devil's Cigar" is a mushroom found only in Texas and Japan? (2009-05-04)
... that chromoblastomycosis is a fungal skin infection that can be caught from a thorn or splinter? (2005-06-14)
... that Chroogomphus (pictured) is an edible mushroom that grows as a parasite on other fungi in pine forests? (2007-01-12)
... that you need a microscope to reliably distinguish a pine spike from its relatives? (2012-10-19)
... that extracts of the lichen species Cladonia furcata (pictured) can kill leukemia cells? (2009-04-08)
... that the Florida perforate cladonia was the first lichen to be added to the United States' endangered species list? (2011-02-20)
... that the spores of the Column Stinkhorn fungus (pictured) are formed as a bad-smelling gleba smeared on the inside of several column-like appendages? (2009-04-21)
... that Geastrum fimbriatum, Lycoperdon marginatum, P. rubicundus, Scleroderma polyrhizum, S. verrucosum, Clathrus crispus and the wood witch are fungi that have been featured on postage stamps? (2012-10-07)
... that the putrid stench of the "latticed stinkhorn" fungus Clathrus ruber (pictured) attracts insects to help disperse its spores? (2009-01-14)
... that the type species of fungal genus Clavaria (pictured) is commonly known as "fairy fingers"? (2010-04-12)
... that the word pyxidata in the mushroom name Clavaria pyxidata comes from the Greek word pyxis meaning "small box"? (2010-02-08)
... that the violet coral fungus (pictured) contains lectins that can cause white blood cells to clump together? (2010-07-02)
... that the club fungus Clavariadelphus ligula is commonly known as the strap coral? (2010-09-26)
... that the mushroom Clavariadelphus truncatus contains clavaric acid, which slows tumor development in mice? (2010-01-23)
... that though clavarioid fungi were originally thought to comprise a single genus, they are now classified in multiple orders and families? (2010-04-08)
... that the white coral fungus Clavulina cristata (pictured) contains the conjugated fatty acid α-parinaric acid? (2009-01-24)
... that golden spindles grow on the ground in grassy areas? (2013-09-21)
... that coral fungi can be red, yellow, beige, ashen, upright, green-staining, bitter, or blah? (2012-10-26)
... that Clitocybe albirhiza, Floccularia albolanaripes, Geopora cooperi, Hygrophorus goetzii, H. marzuolus, H. purpurascens, Lentinellus montanus, Ramaria magnipes and Tricholoma vernaticum are snowbank mushrooms? (2013-10-04)
... that the deadly mushroom Clitocybe dealbata is known as the "sweating mushroom" because this is a striking side effect of consuming it? (2007-02-12)
... that Disciotis venosa, Hygrophorus subalpinus, Mycena overholtsii, Plectania nannfeldtii, Ramaria botrytis, and Clitocybe glacialis (pictured) are all mushrooms that grow in or near snowbanks? (2009-10-14)
... that the sweating mushroom is called so from the symptoms of its poisoning? (2007-11-14)
... that the mushroom Clitopilus byssisedoides, formally described as new to science in 2010, was discovered growing in a German hothouse? (2010-10-25)
... that the black lines formed by Coccomyces dentatus result from antagonistic interactions between individuals of different genotypes? (2012-10-10)
... that collections left by naturalists Frederick Lukis and his daughter Louisa, wife of Sark's feudal ruler William Thomas Collings, are the most significant natural history collections displayed by the museums of Guernsey? (2014-02-13)
... that the three species of the fungal genus Collybia—C. cookei (pictured), C. cirrhata, and C. tuberosa—all grow on the decomposing remains of other mushrooms? (2010-12-23)
... that the foul-smelling greenish-brown slime in the lattice of the fungus Colus hirudinosus attracts insects that help disperse its spores? (2012-09-19)
... that the fungal infection conidiobolomycosis mainly affects people living in tropical areas but was first reported in horses in Texas? (2021-09-06)
... that the fruiting structures of Conidiosporomyces fungi grow in the ovaries of various grass species? (2009-10-25)
... that the coprophilous mushroom Conocybe rickenii may be found in large numbers in gardens where horse manure has been used to enrich the soil? (2009-04-08)
... that species from Cookeina (pictured), a genus of cup fungi, are used in Peninsular Malaysia as fish bait? (2009-01-26)
... that the mica cap mushroom (pictured) has glistening particles on top that are remnants of a universal veil? (2009-09-10)
... that the Common Inkcap (pictured), an edible mushroom, contains an Antabuse-like substance which renders it poisonous when consumed with alcohol? (2006-10-09)
... that the harefoot mushroom (pictured) lasts only a few hours before its gills dissolve into a black liquid? (2009-03-29)
... that scaly ink cap mushrooms (pictured) can attack and consume soil bacteria by growing hyphae that secrete digestive compounds? (2010-09-12)
... that the midden inkcap can be used as ink? (2017-10-21)
... that coprophilous fungi are species of fungi that feed on animal feces? (2009-04-08)
... that among Kew's highlights of species described in 2020 were six British webcaps: Cortinarius ainsworthii (example pictured), C. heatherae, C. britannicus, C. scoticus, C. aurae, and C. subsaniosus? (2021-01-31)
... that webcaps can be yellow (pictured), variable, cinnamon, frosty, bitter, goliath, bruising, gassy, or contrary? (2010-09-05)
... that the mushroom Cortinarius archeri is featured on the cover of the book Fungi of Southern Australia? (2010-02-24)
... that the fungus Cortinarius badiolaevis has only been recorded in Spain and Sweden? (2011-08-14)
... that the odor of the mushroom Cortinarius camphoratus (pictured) has been likened to old goats, burnt horn, and sweaty feet? (2012-09-05)
... that the highly-regarded edible mushroom Cortinarius caperatus is known as the granny's nightcap in Finland? (2009-03-01)
... that the New Zealand mushroom Cortinarius cucumeris smells strongly of cucumber? (2016-05-28)
... that the purple flesh of the mushroom Cortinarius cyanites (pictured) turns blood red when cut or bruised? (2015-09-13)
... that the Australian mushroom Cortinarius erythraeus is covered in slime? (2016-06-05)
... that kissing the spotted cort mushroom (pictured) may help in its identification? (2012-10-29)
... that the truffle-like species C. argyrionus, C. basorapulus, C. caesibulga, C. cinereoroseolus, C. kaputarensis, C. maculobulga, C. nebulobrunneus, and C. sinapivelus, all newly described in 2010, are known only from New South Wales? (2012-10-03)
... that the dark purple Cortinarius kioloensis mushroom turns red when potassium hydroxide is applied to it? (2016-06-19)
... that Cortinarius metallicus got its name from its bluish metallic sheen? (2018-02-03)
... that the orange webcap mushroom (pictured) can bioaccumulate the toxic element mercury? (2009-01-25)
... that the toxic nature of the fools webcap (pictured) was discovered only after 102 people in Bydgoszcz were poisoned in 1952? (2017-06-23)
... that the purple pouch fungus is white before its emergence from the ground exposes it to light? (2012-05-20)
... that applying potassium hydroxide to the blue and yellow Australian mushroom Cortinarius rotundisporus will turn it pinkish-purple? (2009-02-17)
... that author Nicholas Evans and his wife Charlotte Gordon Cumming required kidney transplants after mistaking the deadly webcap for ceps in Scotland? (2016-06-25)
... that the pigment of the blood red webcap (pictured) can be used as a red, pink, or purple dye for wool? (2016-06-09)
... that Cortinarius semisanguineus, whose common name is "Surprise Webcap", is a mushroom that smells of radishes? (2008-08-09)
... that Cortinarius sublargus mushrooms appear in burnt areas after bushfire? (2016-06-16)
... that the mushroom Cortinarius vanduzerensis (pictured) is so slimy that it has been described as "much too slippery to be of value"? (2011-02-23)
... that, despite being the type species of the genus Cortinarius, the colour of the mushroom Cortinarius violaceus (pictured) is so dark it is only comparable with members of other genera? (2009-03-17)
... that the specific epithet of the mushroom species Crepidotus versutus is derived from the Latin word meaning "clever"? (2009-01-03)
... that though easily overlooked as a little brown mushroom, Crinipellis zonata (pictured) is covered in distinctive brown hairs? (2010-08-20)
... that the fungal pathogen Cristulariella depraedans affects sycamore and maple trees and sometimes has epidemic years? (2016-08-22)
... that bird's nest fungi from the genus Crucibulum (Crucibulum laeve pictured) rely on falling rain to help disperse their spores? (2009-01-06)
... that the white bird's nest mushroom Crucibulum laeve (pictured) produces a chemical that inhibits an enzyme implicated in the formation of cataracts in individuals with diabetes mellitus? (2009-03-27)
... that Cryptodidymosphaerites is a parasite of a parasite? (2022-10-15)
... that the fungus Cryptostroma corticale can kill trees and cause disease in humans? (2016-03-26)
... that the red pigment of the Christmas wreath lichen (pictured) is one of several chemicals that help the organism survive inhospitable environments? (2009-12-23)
... that molecular analysis of the genes of Hygrocybe virginea (pictured) suggests that the fungus should not be classified into the genus Hygrocybe? (2012-01-08)
... that species in the fungal genus Cyathus produce bioactive compounds with antibacterial, antifungal, and antioxidative properties? (2009-01-11)
... that the first reported sighting of the bird's nest fungus Cyathus helenae was on mountain scree in the Canadian Rockies? (2009-02-14)
... that two species of bird's nest fungi, Cyathus olla and Cyathus stercoreus, have been researched for use in agriculture? (2009-02-13)
... that the cypress aphid is a vector for cypress canker? (2019-02-12)
... that the Golden-scruffy Collybia mushroom has been placed in 14 different genera? (2009-04-18)
... that the Saffron Parasol is actually a small orange mushroom found throughout temperate regions of Europe and North America? (2008-08-16)
... that Cystoderma carcharias is considered an inedible fungus because of an unpleasant odor attributable to the presence of geosmin? (2010-02-09)
... that the mushroom Cystodermella cinnabarina can only be distinguished from similar fungi by performing chemical tests and microscopic analysis of spores, basidia and cystidia? (2009-12-19)
... that the myrtle orange is a fungus? (2013-03-02)
... that the oak mazegill fungus Daedalea quercina has been used as a horse-comb and as a bee anesthetic? (2008-12-05)
... that the blushing bracket is used in ornamental paper-making? (2013-10-23)
... that Psilocybe montana (pictured), the type species of the well-known genus of hallucinogenic mushrooms, does not contain any psychedelic compounds? (2008-11-14)
... that the branched shanklet is a mushroom that grows on the decomposing remains of other mushrooms? (2010-05-17)
... that English mycologist and plant pathologist R.W.G. Dennis has 40 fungal species named after him? (2010-02-03)
... that the mold species Dicranophora fulva was not recorded between 1935 and 1994? (2015-11-07)
... that one species of Dictyonema lichen is a powerful hallucinogen that is traditionally used by the Huaorani of the Amazon jungle of Ecuador to cast curses on their enemies? (2010-03-14)
... that while interned in a Japanese POW camp, the Dutch mycologist Marinus Anton Donk cultured yeast to ferment rice, producing much-needed vitamins for fellow prisoners? (2010-07-11)
... that Sarcoscypha dudleyi was named after the botanist William Russell Dudley? (2010-09-05)
... that the fungus Durianella was so named for the resemblance of its fruit bodies to little durians? (2013-05-18)
... that the Indian Paint fungus (Echinodontium tinctorium), a member of the fungal family Echinodontiaceae, was used by Native Americans to make red pigments? (2008-12-09)
... that many species of fungi involved in ectomycorrhizas are capable of degrading and mineralizing a variety of persistent organic pollutants found in the soil? (2013-06-03)
... that together with his wife Arvilla, American mycologist Job Bicknell Ellis collected, dried, and distributed 200,000 specimens of fungi to subscribers? (2010-07-16)
... that the National Institutes of Health's first mycologist, Chester W. Emmons, demonstrated that fungal infections were common and widespread? (2021-07-07)
... that while the lichen species Enchylium conglomeratum is considered secure globally, it has been designated as extinct in the UK and regionally extinct in Switzerland? (2024-04-17)
... that Enchylium limosum (example pictured) loves lime? (2024-05-16)
... that species in the fungal genus Endogone are important in the ecology of plant succession in sand dunes? (2012-09-10)
... that although collected in 1958, the fungus Engleromyces sinensis was not described as a new species until 52 years later? (2012-09-05)
... that the mushroom Entoloma austroprunicolor of Tasmania's wet forests changes from bluish-purple, to reddish purple, to purplish grey as it ages? (2009-10-17)
... that the fungus Bloxam's entoloma was named after an English clergyman? (2011-08-16)
... that the small bright-blue mushroom Entoloma hochstetteri is featured on the reverse side of the New Zealand $50 bank note? (2008-11-19)
... that the Tasmanian mushroom Entoloma mathinnae is named after a 19th-century indigenous Australian girl? (2012-09-27)
... that the yellow unicorn Entoloma (pictured) is so named because of the sharp umbo on the top of its cap? (2012-07-17)
... that the yellow-green mushroom Entoloma rodwayi of wet forests in Tasmania turns a vivid blue-green upon drying? (2009-10-16)
... that Entoloma sinuatum was implicated in 10% of mushroom poisonings in Europe in the mid-20th century? (2008-01-24)
... that Entomophaga grylli causes infected grasshoppers to die at the top of a plant? (2015-04-03)
... that the fungus Entomophthora muscae makes flies climb upwards before killing them, so they are better able to release a shower of spores for the next cycle of infection? (2010-12-15)
... that Entropezites, Mycetophagites, and Palaeoagaracites present the oldest evidence of fungal parasitism and hyperparasitism by other fungi in the fossil record? (2011-03-27)
... that the fungus Epidermophyton floccosum can cause the diseases tinea pedis, tinea cruris, tinea corporis and onychomycosis? (2010-05-29)
... that the rare European fungus Episphaeria fraxinicola produces minute cup-like fruit bodies on the bark of ash trees? (2011-03-18)
... that the boreal felt lichen (pictured), one of the most endangered lichens in the world, begins its life by growing inside of the liverwort Frullania asagrayana (also pictured)? (2010-03-25)
... that Erysiphe alphitoides, which causes powdery mildew on oak trees, is one of the most common diseases in European forests today, but may have originated in the tropics? (2010-07-13)
... that black witches' butter (pictured) is a wood-decay fungus that loosens the bark of its host by disintegrating the vascular cambium? (2010-03-21)
... that the fungus Exophiala hongkongensis, described as new to science in 2013, was isolated from the nail clipping of a big toe? (2013-09-05)
... that in Mexico, the mushroom Boletus frostii is commonly known as panza agria, which translates to "sour belly"? (2009-08-07)
... that Charles E. Fairman (pictured) was an American physician who had a personal herbarium of 23,000 fungi? (2010-07-07)
... that the lichen genus Felipes is named for its fruiting structures, which resemble a cat's paw? (2022-10-08)
... that the 5,000 year-old Ötzi the Iceman was carrying four pieces of Hoof Fungus (modern specimen pictured) when he was found? (2010-09-19)
... that species Fuligo septica, called the "dog-vomit slime mold", can tolerate unusually high levels of the metal zinc? (2008-12-13)
... that a wilt disease, Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. cubense, could cause America's favorite fruit, the Cavendish banana (pictured), to become commercially unavailable? (2011-01-09)
... that detection of fungal infection by the wood-decay fungus Fuscoporia torulosa can be performed in six hours using the polymerase chain reaction? (2009-02-18)
... that Galerina sulciceps is considered the most toxic mushroom? (2009-08-29)
... that the deadly skullcap (pictured) may cause gastrointestinal bleeding, a coma, kidney failure, or even death within seven days after eating? (2010-02-28)
... that the hairy rubber cup fungus (pictured) kills nematodes? (2011-07-03)
... that Beverly Thomas Galloway was a pioneer in plant pathology and former U.S. Assistant Secretary of Agriculture? (2015-12-29)
... that the British mycologist Denis Garrett, "one of the last 'string and sealing wax' scientists", once bought plastic lavatory cisterns for his laboratory to use in experiments? (2021-03-02)
... that gasteroid fungi (example pictured) release their spores passively? (2010-04-13)
... that species from the underground-dwelling mushroom genus Gautieria are the preferred food source of the Northern flying squirrel? (2008-11-18)
... that when it was first described in the late 1600s, the earthstar fungus Geastrum fornicatum (pictured) was named Fungus anthropomorphus for its resemblance to the human form? (2009-01-10)
... that Geastrum leptospermum, G. jurei, G. welwitschii and G. quadrifidum (pictured) are species of earthstar fungi that elevate their spore sacs? (2010-09-25)
... that the whitish powder found on the spore sac of the beaked earthstar (pictured) is made of crystalline calcium oxalate? (2009-06-16)
... that the characteristic star-shaped dehiscence of the fungus Geastrum saccatum (pictured) is thought to be due to the buildup of crystalline calcium oxalate? (2009-04-24)
... that Geastrum triplex is considered the largest of the earthstar fungi? (2009-08-03)
... that filamentous fungi of genus Geomyces have been implicated in White-nose syndrome, a fungal disease causing high mortality in bats? (2008-12-08)
... that several species in the mushroom order Pezizales, such as Geopyxis carbonaria (pictured), Peziza violacea, Peziza praetervisa, and Rhizina undulata, grow on burned-over ground? (2009-02-23)
... that the pigment responsible for the colour of the bright green Parrot Toadstool is not chlorophyll as it is a fungus? (2006-11-20)
... that the Indian Creek mushroom can be distinguished from chanterelles by its staining dark purple when cut or bruised? (2019-04-11)
... that the glutinous earth tongue got placed in a new genus this year? (2013-09-11)
... that despite the species only being described for the first time this year, the distribution of Glutinoglossum heptaseptatum may span four continents? (2013-09-17)
... that three burnt golf balls are preserved at Kew Gardens as a "rare fungal species"? (2023-08-18)
... that despite having gills, spike caps are classified with the boletes? (2016-03-28)
... that the slimy spike-cap mushroom Gomphidius glutinosus is edible and useful for soups and stews once the layer of slime is removed? (2008-09-01)
... that the pink mushroom Gomphidius roseus appears to be parasitic on the related Suillus bovinus? (2008-08-09)
... that "pig's ears", fungal species Gomphus clavatus, are the only Gomphus species in North America? (2009-01-21)
... that Gowardia, a lichen found in arctic and alpine tundra on both sides of the world, is named after the lichenologist Trevor Goward? (2010-03-28)
... that the apricot jelly fungus (pictured) can be used raw in salads, pickled, candied, or fermented to produce wine? (2010-10-06)
... that the fungus Guepiniopsis alpina is commonly known as the "poor man's gumdrop"? (2013-09-21)
... that the uncommon Florida lichen species Gyalectidium yahriae was named after Rebecca Yahr of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh in Scotland? (2022-12-06)
... that the fruit bodies of the Australian secotioid fungus Gymnogaster boletoides will turn bright blue when injured or bruised? (2011-05-10)
... that the mushroom Gymnopilus maritimus is known only from collections in a very localised area of Sardinia, Italy? (2011-01-02)
... that the pored mushroom Gyrodon lividus (pictured) has been found associated with alder trees in such diverse places as California, Latvia, and Japan? (2008-08-08)
... that Carolina false morels should not be eaten because they may contain a compound that, when digested, breaks down into a rocket fuel propellant? (2012-10-29)
... that the edible mushroom Gyroporus cyanescens (pictured) quickly turns dark blue if it is injured? (2012-08-03)
... that the yellow bloodstain lichen is not always yellow? (2022-10-14)
... that the mosaic puffball mushroom (pictured) can bioaccumulate the trace metals copper and zinc? (2009-04-10)
... that consuming the cinnamon bracket fungus can cause symptoms of neurotoxicity, and violet urine? (2012-10-27)
... that the forest cottontail eats the chrome-footed bolete? (2013-09-12)
... that the mushroom Hebeloma aminophilum gets its common name of ghoul fungus because it grows on the carcasses of dead animals? (2009-11-03)
... that male Suillia flies pick a Hebeloma radicosum mushroom and actively defend their territory while waiting to mate with females? (2012-10-20)
... that violet root rot can damage crops such as carrots? (2013-04-22)
... that the fungus Helvella acetabulum resembles a cabbage leaf? (2009-05-13)
... that the fungus Helvella corium has been found growing on caustic spoil mounds of a soda factory and on uranium tailings? (2009-05-13)
... that extracts from the elastic saddle fungus can dissolve fibrin blood clots? (2009-05-13)
... that the fluted black elfin saddle is actually a mushroom that appears in woodlands and lawns in North America and Europe? (2008-06-16)
... that the fungal genus Hericium includes the monkey's head fungus, used in Traditional Chinese medicine? (2009-07-10)
... that the edible bear's head fungus (pictured) once grew to a mass of about 100 lb (45 kg)? (2012-10-21)
... that the fungus Hirticlavula elegans is so named (from the Latin for "elegant") because of the beauty of its fruit bodies? (2015-02-23)
... that the red bolete mushroom Boletus rubellus (pictured), regarded as edible by some, tastes of soap? (2008-07-28)
... that the fungus Humaria hemisphaerica is commonly known as the "hairy fairy cup"? (2009-01-24)
... that the white mushroom Humidicutis mavis (pictured) has been recorded from New Zealand, Australia and Borneo? (2014-03-13)
... that the Hydnaceae family contains mushrooms with "teeth"? (2010-12-18)
... that "bleeding tooth fungus" is a member of the woody toothed fungus genus Hydnellum (example pictured)? (2008-11-07)
... that the "orange tooth" fungus, Hydnellum aurantiacum, is considered critically endangered in the United Kingdom? (2009-01-13)
... that fruiting bodies of the mealy tooth fungus sometimes exude blood-red drops of fluid? (2015-01-06)
... that the bleeding tooth fungus (pictured) secretes a red juice that contains an anticoagulant similar in biological activity to heparin? (2010-01-22)
... that the cut flesh of the bitter tooth mushroom smells of watermelon? (2019-09-18)
... that the sweet tooth mushroom is sometimes bitter? (2013-09-23)
... that the rare mushroom Hygrocybe aurantipes (pictured) was first collected in suburban Sydney's Lane Cove National Park and may be threatened by water pollution and weeds? (2008-04-22)
... that the waxcap mushroom Hygrocybe austropratensis (pictured) has been declared an endangered species by the Government of New South Wales? (2008-07-31)
... that Hygrocybe coccinea (pictured) is a bright red edible mushroom that grows in the grasslands of Europe and under Rhododendron in Nepal? (2008-07-03)
... that the witch's hat is the common name of a colourful orange-red toadstool? (2006-11-13)
... that the endangered Hygrocybe lanecovensis is only known from Lane Cove Bushland Park in suburban Sydney? (2013-06-11)
... that the bright red mushroom Hygrocybe miniata is found in rainforest and eucalypt forest in Australia and meadows in Europe and North America? (2008-08-12)
... that the lime-green waxy cap has a limited geographical distribution, having been collected only in California and Mexico? (2009-04-16)
... that the gills of mushrooms of the genus Hygrophoropsis are forked? (2015-12-03)
... that the false chanterelle (pictured) is called guinxacan ("delightful") or kia's gio' ("iguana lard") by the Tepehuán people of northwestern Mexico? (2015-12-19)
... that the mushroom Hygrophoropsis rufa was reported to smell like a photocopier? (2015-11-21)
... that the edible mushroom Hygrophorus agathosmus smells like almonds? (2010-01-10)
... that the Mount Baker waxy cap was named after the volcano on which it was first collected? (2010-12-13)
... that the slimy mushroom Hygrophorus eburneus (pictured) is commonly known as the "cowboy's handkerchief"? (2010-09-05)
... that Hygrophorus erubescens is extinct in Britain, not having been seen since 1878? (2015-11-14)
... that the herald of the winter is highly slimy? (2015-11-29)
... that the fungus species Hygrophorus olivaceoalbus (pictured) is nearly extinct in France? (2012-06-14)
... that Hygrophorus pudorinus mushrooms can taste of turpentine? (2016-05-09)
... that the pinkmottle woodwax can grow in fairy rings? (2016-03-02)
... that the bolete eater which attacks boletes is actually another type of fungus? (2009-11-15)
... that the hypothallus of a slime mold is produced by the plasmodium at the beginning of its fruiting? (2012-06-28)
... that the edible mushroom Boletus badius (pictured) turns blue when cut or bruised? (2013-03-11)
... that the yellow and orange mushroom Imperator luteocupreus stains blue when bruised or cut? (2021-05-05)
... that the brawny bolete mushroom (pictured) may contain the antabuse-like compound coprine? (2013-03-29)
... that a fairy ring of the mushroom Clitocybe geotropa (pictured) in France is over half a mile (0.8 km) in diameter and 800 years old? (2011-06-24)
... that the odour of the poisonous mushroom Inocybe geophylla has been likened to semen? (2008-09-14)
... that consumption of the poisonous mushroom Inocybe godeyi (pictured) could lead to salivation, tears, urination, defecation, gastrointestinal pain and vomiting? (2011-07-23)
... that though fruiting as a typical "little brown mushroom", Inocybe lacera is easily identifiable microscopically due to its extremely long, distinctive spores? (2009-02-25)
... that the gills of Inocybe praetervisa (pictured) change from whitish to clay brown as the mushrooms mature? (2010-10-22)
... that the Scandinavian fungus Inocybe saliceticola can grow among mosses such as heart-leaved spear moss? (2012-06-27)
... that despite the flesh of the mushrooms smelling of semen, Inocybe salicis is best identified microscopically? (2012-05-24)
... that oak trees may have weeping conks? (2010-08-14)
... that the Chaga mushroom has been used as a folk remedy in Eastern European countries for ulcers, cancer and gastritis since the 16th century? (2007-04-10)
... that the poisonous mushroom Inocybe cookei smells faintly of honey? (2010-10-08)
... that consumption of the poisonous mushroom Inocybe maculata (pictured) could lead to death by respiratory failure? (2010-10-02)
... that Tory Member of Parliament Admiral Theobald Jones (1790–1868) laid the foundation of Irish lichenology? (2014-07-11)
... that mature specimens of the edible Oregon brown truffle (pictured) have an odor similar to Camembert cheese? (2012-07-08)
... that Matilda Cullen Knowles is considered the founder of modern studies of Irish lichens? (2014-11-10)
... that though he started his career painting portraits, Louis Kreiger later drew mushrooms and described several new species? (2013-09-30)
... that the deceiver mushroom Laccaria laccata (pictured), initially described by the Tyrolian naturalist Scopoli, is a traditional food of the Zapotec of Oaxaca? (2008-09-16)
... that "milkcaps" can be orange (pictured), bright yellow, golden, woolly, downy, northern, sticky, smoky, velvety, deceptive, or vulgar? (2010-07-20)
... that Lactarius blennius has been described by various mycologists as edible, inedible and even poisonous? (2008-08-25)
... that when cut, the poisonous mushroom Lactarius chrysorrheus bleeds white milk which quickly turns sulphur-yellow? (2009-03-20)
... that eating Lactarius deterrimus (pictured) causes red urine? (2012-06-30)
... that the velvet roll-rim, larch milkcap, and sooty milkcap use a wound-activated defense system to deter predation? (2013-06-02)
... that the mushroom Lactarius glyciosmus smells strongly of coconuts? (2009-01-21)
... that Lactarius helvus, a mushroom whose smell has been likened to Maggi instant soup or fenugreek, was implicated in the poisoning of 418 people near Leipzig, Germany? (2008-02-15)
... that injuring Lactarius indigo will make it bleed a blue milk that slowly turns green? (2009-08-28)
... that Lactarius pallidus is typically found half-buried in leaf litter at the base of beech or birch trees? (2009-02-20)
... that the mushroom fire-milk Lactarius is so named because of its acrid taste? (2008-08-06)
... that the mushroom Lactarius quietus (pictured) is found exclusively under oak trees in Europe? (2009-02-21)
... that the mushroom Lactarius rubrilacteus is also known as the "Bleeding milkcap" because it releases a dark-red milky substance when sliced or cut? (2007-04-22)
... that the rufous candy cap mushroom (pictured) has been used by San Francisco Bay Area chefs in various desserts? (2010-07-19)
... that the edible mushroom Lactarius sanguifluus can bioaccumulate heavy metals from polluted soil, such as near roadsides subject to heavy traffic? (2010-09-06)
... that though the mushroom Lactarius subdulcis (pictured) is considered edible, it has a taste similar to ivy? (2008-08-14)
... that the specific name of mushroom Lactarius theiogalus comes from the Greek for "brimstone" and "milk"? (2009-01-31)
... that despite its acrid taste, Lactarius vietus is edible after boiling? (2009-02-01)
... that when cut or injured, the poisonous mushroom Lactarius vinaceorufescens will ooze a white latex that rapidly turns sulfur-yellow? (2010-10-08)
... that the wild mushroom Lactarius piperatus, which oozes peppery milk when cut, has been used in the treatment of viral warts? (2008-08-23)
... that the cap of the mushroom Lactarius rupestris is not cracked enough for section Edules? (2011-11-16)
... that despite its fishy smell, Lactarius volemus is considered a choice mushroom for eating? (2009-01-20)
... that the fungus Laetiporus cremeiporus smells like garbage? (2015-11-20)
... that the mushroom Laetiporus sulphureus is a good substitute for chicken? (2010-03-04)
... that cultures of the fungus Lentinus brumalis have been flown on three different satellites? (2024-03-30)
... that there is long-standing uncertainty about the relationship of Lenzites warnieri (pictured) to other polypore fungi? (2013-03-17)
... that jelly babies are considered inedible? (2011-07-02)
... that the Lepiota mushroom species L. ananya, L. anupama, L. babruka, L. babruzalka, L. harithaka, L. nirupama, L. shveta, and L. zalkavritha all have names derived from Sanskrit? (2012-10-01)
... that people have been poisoned after mistaking the deadly dapperling for the grey knight? (2017-11-07)
... that Lepiota castaneidisca mushrooms smell like cod-liver oil? (2013-01-13)
... that the stinking dapperling mushroom is possibly poisonous? (2014-01-23)
... that the Orange-girdled Parasol mushroom has an odor that has been described as similar to rubber or cut metal? (2009-04-11)
... that the mushroom Lepiota maculans was "rediscovered" 105 years after its original discovery? (2013-09-05)
... that wolf lichen, fungal species Letharia vulpina (pictured), was used historically as a wolf poison by combining it with powdered glass and meat? (2009-01-30)
... that Leucopaxillus albissimus, one of the larger mushrooms in the San Francisco Bay Area, has a fruiting body unusually resistant to decay? (2009-06-23)
... that the appearance of the decorated Pholiota (pictured) at a 1994 North Carolina mushroom foray led its re-classification two years later? (2009-09-04)
... that lichexanthone, a chemical found in some lichens, enhances human sperm motility and kills mosquito larvae? (2022-04-02)
... that life exists in every part of the biosphere, from the deepest parts of the ocean (bacterium pictured) to altitudes of up to 40 miles (64 km) in the atmosphere? (2023-11-05)
... that Singaporean fungi expert Gloria Lim was once summoned by her country's Ministry of Defence when their storage area developed mold? (2015-12-10)
... that the aquatic fungus Limnoperdon has been described as a floating puffball? (2011-07-28)
... that Lindbladia tubulina is the only species of its genus? (2012-07-02)
... that German microbiologist Paul Lindner named the yeast species he discovered Schizosaccharomyces pombe after the Swahili word for beer? (2018-01-13)
... that several Armillaria species are bioluminescent? (2009-09-07)
... that the night-light mushroom is one of over 70 species of bioluminescent fungi? (2012-09-15)
... that on low magnification the strands of Listerella paradoxa look like a string of pearls? (2012-07-06)
... that because he misidentified the stalked lattice stinkhorn fungus (pictured) as a new species, George Atkinson was ridiculed in print by fellow mycologist Curtis Gates Lloyd? (2009-02-06)
... that the "lung lichen", species Lobaria pulmonaria, has been used for dyeing, tanning, perfume manufacturing, and brewing? (2008-12-22)
... that species in the aquatic fungus family Loramycetaceae have spores with gelatinous sheaths thought to act as flotation devices? (2009-10-24)
... that the Lulworthiaceae are a family of marine fungi that typically grow on submerged wood or seaweed? (2009-10-25)
... that the spiny puffball (pictured), an edible fungus, can inhibit the growth of several bacteria pathogenic to humans? (2009-10-11)
... that inhaling spores from the devil's snuff-box can cause the respiratory disease lycoperdonosis? (2011-09-18)
... that immature specimens of the lantern stinkhorn fungus (pictured), with an odor of dog feces, sewage, or rotting flesh when mature, are considered an edible and medicinal delicacy in China? (2009-01-18)
... that the weight of a clump of mushrooms of the tropical genus Macrocybe can exceed 30 kg (66 lb)? (2016-06-27)
... that the mushrooms of the Asian fungus Macrocybe crassa can weigh up to 1.25 kilograms (3 lb)? (2018-01-11)
... that the mushroom Macrocybe gigantea has been found growing on elephant dung in Kerala? (2021-05-30)
... that the fungus Macrolepiota albuminosa (example pictured) is always associated with the nests of termites such as Odontotermes obesus? (2020-11-03)
... that the graceful parasol (pictured) is typically found in eucalypt forest and subtropical rainforests? (2015-11-11)
... that it has been said that the flesh of the mushroom Macrolepiota excoriata tastes like hazelnut? (2010-06-10)
... that the rice blast fungus Magnaporthe grisea destroys enough rice to feed more than 60 million people annually, and that its spores were prepared as an anti-plant biological weapon during World War II? (2005-05-13)
... that French mycologist René Maire wrote a work on the local flora of the Haute-Saône in the Franche-Comté region of northeastern France when he was only 18 years old? (2008-03-16)
... that, named for its "rope-like" stem, Marasmius funalis itself became the basis of another fungus's name, due to a morphological resemblance? (2011-09-08)
... that the pinwheel Marasmius (pictured) releases its spores in response to rain, rather than circadian rhythm like other mushrooms? (2010-01-15)
... that the mushroom Marasmius sasicola, known from Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, grows on the fallen leaves of Sasa bamboo? (2011-01-15)
... that the greatest number of known species of marine fungi are found growing on mangroves including Api Api Putih and Bakau Putih? (2012-02-16)
... that upon coming in contact with an alkali solution, the hairs of the fungus Microstoma floccosum will swell and then dissolve? (2009-08-10)
... that Mike Wingfield named a fungus after his first grandchild, Rachel? (2023-08-27)
... that the yellow morel was once a Phallus? (2010-04-01)
... that the blushing morel (pictured), previously known only from western North America, was found growing in Israel in 2009? (2013-09-04)
... that the Austrian mycologist Meinhard Moser interrupted his degree after only three terms of study, resuming it several years later upon his release from a prisoner-of-war camp? (2011-01-02)
... that mushroom ketchup dates back to the 18th century in the United Kingdom and United States? (2014-09-15)
... that "eggs" of the foul-smelling, insect-attracting dog stinkhorn (pictured) have been eaten in West Virginia? (2008-08-05)
... that some have dared eat the eggs of the devil's dipstick? (2009-10-31)
... that angel's bonnets (pictured) smell strongly of iodoform? (2011-01-14)
... that the mushroom Mycena atkinsoniana will "bleed" yellow-orange juice when injured? (2012-09-04)
... that a novel pigment with antibiotic properties was discovered in fruit bodies of the golden-edge bonnet (pictured)? (2010-12-16)
... that the fungus Mycena californiensis (pictured) was "resurrected" in 1999? (2010-05-06)
... that the mushrooms Mycena clariviolacea, M. fonticola, M. fuscoaurantiaca, M. intersecta, M. lanuginosa, M. multiplicata, M. mustea, and M. nidificata, newly described in 2007, are only known from Kanagawa, Japan? (2010-10-15)
... that the common bonnet produces hydrolytic enzymes that contribute to carbon cycling? (2011-06-22)
... that mushroom species Mycena haematopus (pictured), also known as the "Bleeding Mycena", oozes a red latex when cut? (2009-04-21)
... that the Orange Mycena mushroom is bioluminescent? (2009-02-20)
... that the mycelium of the mushroom Mycena maculata glows? (2010-10-26)
... that Mycena nargan was so named because its white speckles were like the eyes of the mythical nargun of Australian aborigines? (2009-10-31)
... that the purple edge bonnet (pictured) contains an enzyme that can break down dyes used in textile dyeing and printing processes? (2013-09-23)
... that the Great Bustard has been known to eat the giant pasture puffball (pictured)? (2013-10-04)
... that the edible mushroom Marasmius alliaceus tastes and smells like garlic? (2008-04-06)
... that the bacterium Paenibacillus tylopili is found in the mycorrhizosphere of Tylopilus felleus (pictured)? (2013-03-23)
... that the salt-shaker earthstar is distinguished from other earthstar fungi by the presence of numerous holes on top of its spore sac? (2010-10-09)
... that although the fungus Mythicomyces corneipes (pictured) was given its current name in 1986, the name was republished 25 years later when the initial publication was found to be in error? (2013-05-06)
... that early mycologists classified species from the class Myxogastria (random species pictured) as "fungus animals"? (2012-09-09)
... that Nature's Fynd, producer of microbe-based meat substitutes, is working with NASA to develop a bioreactor for use in space travel? (2020-07-19)
... that some carnivorous fungi catch and consume soil nematodes? (2017-11-06)
... that despite being one of the most common polypores in the eastern United States, the fungus Antrodia serialiformis was not recognized as a distinct species until 2009? (2012-07-08)
... that the stark color changes undergone by the mushroom Boletus pseudosulphureus led one author to suggest that its "personal grooming skills go to hell in a handbasket"? (2012-10-06)
... that eating the poisonous mushroom Neoboletus venenatus can result in vomiting so severe that dehydration results? (2015-07-05)
... that the hexagonal-pored polypore mushroom produces the antifungal polypeptide alveolarin? (2009-02-23)
... that the fungus Neonothopanus gardneri glows more brightly than almost all other bioluminescent fungi? (2015-07-26)
... that the Anglo-Dutch multinational Unilever has patented several antifreeze proteins produced by a species of kidney lichen, due to their ability to modify ice formation in frozen foods? (2010-03-15)
... that Soviet botanist Nikolai Vavilov tried to lure Margaret Newton to work at Lenin Academy of Agricultural Sciences with an offer that included a camel caravan? (2013-02-05)
... that Nidula niveo-tomentosa (pictured), a bird's nest fungus in the genus Nidula, produces a chemical that is a major component of raspberry flavor? (2009-03-28)
... that the toxic mushroom pigment norbadione A confers a protective effect against the damaging effects of ionizing radiation? (2013-09-08)
... that oakmoss is a type of lichen used extensively in modern perfumery? (2005-08-10)
... that Upper Paleolithic wall paintings in the Lascaux Cave in France are now threatened by Ochroconis anomala, a new species of fungus recently discovered in black stains on the wall inside the cave? (2013-05-31)
... that the fungus Oidium mangiferae causes powdery mildew on mango trees? (2010-11-22)
... that some Omphalotus mushrooms glow in the dark? (2012-11-26)
... that one can reportedly see 8 mm (0.31 in) high Roman characters by the light of a 100 cm² (16 in²) of the bioluminescent tsukiyotake? (2012-11-27)
... that the ghost fungus (pictured) from southern Australia is so named as it is bioluminescent? (2007-05-05)
... that the horn stalkball fungus grows on decomposing horns and other animal remains? (2013-10-07)
... that some members of the fungal family Orbiliaceae can lasso nematodes using outgrowths of their hyphae? (2009-01-07)
... that Ornatifilum is likely to be the oldest known fossil fungus? (2007-11-29)
... that Archaeomarasmius, Aureofungus, Coprinites, Palaeoagaracites, and Protomycena are the only five genera of agaric mushrooms known from the fossil record? (2010-10-13)
... that the parasitic fossil fungus Paleoserenomyces allenbyensis was named after a Canadian ghost town? (2022-12-31)
... that only eastern Northern American strains of the bitter oyster (pictured), a widely distributed mushroom species, are bioluminescent? (2010-01-12)
... that although it produces its spores on gills, the mushroom Panus conchatus (pictured) is more closely related to species with pores? (2009-04-18)
... that deforestation in Brazil could be linked to higher rates of the severe fungal infection caused by P. lutzii (pictured), a neglected tropical disease? (2019-08-19)
... that consuming the elfin saddle mushroom would result in the harmful formation of monomethylhydrazine, a component of rocket fuel, in your body? (2009-01-24)
... that the Penicillium fungus in blue cheese is parasexual? (2010-10-10)
... that Parasola auricoma mushrooms are short-lived, typically lasting only a few hours? (2012-09-14)
... that the marine fungal species Parengyodontium album only breaks down polyethylene plastics that have been exposed to ultraviolet light? (2024-07-12)
... that slippery Jills wear a baggy veil? (2011-02-28)
... that the fungus Penicillium psychrosexualis, described as new to science in 2010, was discovered growing in a crate of moldy apples? (2015-06-06)
... that the Top 10 New Species of the past year include a 40 foot (12 m) tall tree (pictured), a crustacean that looks like a skeleton, a protist that acts like a sponge, and a fungus named after the King of the Netherlands? (2014-06-28)
... that witches' butter (pictured) is a jelly fungus that grows parasitically on a crust fungus? (2010-03-12)
... that, while Peniophora quercina typically grows upon dead oak, it has been known to colonise living plants? (2011-08-07)
... that the peridium of the bird's-nest fungus forms its "nest"? (2009-01-14)
... that the domicile cup fungus degrades wooden historical monuments in Moldavia? (2012-10-02)
... that pig-ear cups were reported from Iceland in 2007? (2012-07-14)
... that Christina's rootshank was named by Swedish mycologist Miles Berkeley after his wife? (2012-07-25)
... that during his career Herman Phaff collected 6400 strains of yeast creating a collection containing 400 of the 700 identified species of yeast? (2010-03-14)
... that Phallus calongei is a pink-tipped phallic mushroom covered with greenish slime? (2010-11-03)
... that depending on the author, the odor of the stinkhorn mushroom Phallus hadriani (pictured) has been described as sweet, or fetid? (2009-02-26)
... that a "witch's egg" (pictured), the immature form of the carrion-odoured common stinkhorn, is eaten in parts of France and Germany? (2007-07-15)
... that parts of the veiled stinkhorn Phallus indusiatus have been consumed by lifeforms as diverse as bees, flies, Chinese diplomats and Henry Kissinger? (2008-08-18)
... that 27 years passed between the discovery of Ravenel's stinkhorn and the publication of its scientific description? (2007-10-31)
... that black tooth (pictured), the type species of genus Phellodon, is used in mushroom dyeing? (2015-10-20)
... that the fungus Phialemonium curvatum can be identified through the use of PCR and DNA sequencing of its internal transcribed spacer? (2013-12-22)
... that a species of mushroom in the genus Phlebopus can attain cap diameters of up to 1 meter (3.3 ft)? (2010-07-31)
... that a specimen of Australia's largest mushroom Phlebopus marginatus from Western Victoria weighed in at 29 kg, and caps can sometimes reach 1 metre across? (2006-10-16)
... that Cortinarius glaucopus (pictured) forms unusually hydrophobic (water-repellant) ectomycorrhizae, which has led to interest in decoding its genome? (2015-10-02)
... that the mushroom Cortinarius triumphans (pictured) has a cap which is slimy in wet weather and sticky in dry? (2009-02-19)
... that young mushrooms of Pholiota communis are sticky? (2011-07-05)
... that the scales of the flaming Pholiota are easily sloughed off due to the gelatinous hyphae that make up the cap surface? (2009-11-07)
... that although the mushroom Pholiota iterata was discovered in 1937, it was not officially described until more than 30 years later? (2013-09-14)
... that Nivatogastrium nubigenum is commonly known as the bubblegum fungus? (2013-10-08)
... that the parasitic mushroom Pholiota squarrosa may smell like garlic, lemon, radish, onion, or skunk? (2010-10-15)
... that the mushroom Pholiota squarrosoides (pictured) has decayed logs of the trees Acer saccharum and Tilia glabra in the Great Lakes region of the US? (2019-09-15)
... that the powdery mildew fungus Phyllactinia guttata has gelatinous filaments thought to help it adhere to leaves? (2009-05-09)
... that while some lichen species in the genus Piccolia have ranges which span multiple continents, others are restricted to single islands? (2022-10-19)
... that black-leg causes white rot? (2012-10-26)
... that the devil's matchstick (pictured) supplies fixed nitrogen to the environment? (2011-01-05)
... that Pleurotus citrinopileatus, an edible mushroom, (pictured) has been found to lower blood sugar levels in diabetic rats? (2011-03-16)
... that Pleurotus nebrodensis was declared to be a critically endangered mushroom in Sicily by the IUCN? (2009-10-24)
... that the fungus Pluteus nevadensis was named after the Colima volcano? (2012-09-03)
... that the fungus Podaxis is often used as face paint by the Australian Aborigines? (2008-11-27)
... that Podoserpula (pictured) has a unique form of fruit body not known in any other fungi? (2012-09-13)
... that the edible fungus Polyozellus multiplex (pictured) has attracted research interest as a possible chemopreventative agent against stomach cancer? (2009-07-13)
... that individual cellular slime mould cells are of two distinct mating types? (2012-03-18)
... that the fungal genus Polytolypa is known from a single specimen found growing on dung of the North American porcupine? (2010-01-13)
... that the original specimen of the mauve splitting waxcap, a fungus from eastern Australia, found its way from Melbourne to Budapest but disappeared during the First World War? (2008-04-19)
... that the mushroom Stropharia semiglobata (pictured on llama dung) has been recorded growing on the feces of a wide range of herbivores, including rabbits, bears, and wallabies? (2012-07-09)
... that the slime mould Prototrichia metallica is a "nivicol", meaning that it grows on the snow line at the time of snowmelt? (2012-07-06)
... that the dune brittlestem has a symbiotic relationship with marram grass? (2012-08-07)
... that tree moss, lichen species Pseudevernia furfuracea, was used in ancient Egyptian embalming? (2008-12-24)
... that the stinkhorn fungus Pseudocolus fusiformis (pictured) is commonly known as the stinky squid? (2009-04-11)
... that a species of specklebelly lichen is only found in old growth forests and is being threatened in Scandinavia by increased predation from snails? (2010-03-17)
... that hairy black cups (pictured) are the type species of fungal genus Pseudoplectania? (2010-07-06)
... that hairy black cups use toxic chemicals to kill living things? (2009-10-31)
... that the type material of the recently described psychedelic mushroom Psilocybe allenii (pictured) was collected on the campus of the University of Washington? (2012-12-16)
... that the "children of the water" were considered to be the "flesh of the gods"? (2012-01-20)
... that approximately 100,000 psychedelic Psilocybe cyanescens mushrooms were once found growing on a racetrack? (2011-09-02)
... that the depiction of the European hallucinogenic mushroom Psilocybe hispanica in rock art suggests it might have been used in prehistoric religious rituals 6,000 years ago? (2011-03-18)
... that some Mexican curanderos use the psychedelic mushroom Psilocybe hoogshagenii (pictured) to divine the location of objects or animals that have been lost or stolen? (2012-07-03)
... that the psychedelic mushroom Psilocybe makarorae (pictured) was described by two New Zealand mycologists known to assist police in prosecuting those who illegally collected the species? (2012-07-22)
... that the hallucinogenic mushroom Psilocybe naematoliformis (pictured) was first discovered in a tropical rain forest in the Uxpanapa Region of Veracruz, in southeastern Mexico? (2009-03-31)
... that the psychoactive mushroom Psilocybe pelliculosa (pictured) resembles P. washingtonensis so closely that a microscope is needed to reliably distinguish between them? (2011-11-22)
... that Psilocybe semilanceata (pictured) is the world's most common psychoactive mushroom? (2010-11-22)
... that the rare magic mushroom Psilocybe tampanensis (pictured) was found after its discoverer skipped a "boring taxonomic conference" to go mushroom hunting? (2011-12-14)
... that the psychedelic mushroom Psilocybe yungensis (pictured) is used in mystic rituals by the Mazatecs? (2011-12-27)
... that the name teonanácatl, referring to a sacred mushroom of the Aztecs, translates to "the flesh of God"? (2006-02-08)
... that U.S. advocates for the decriminalization of psilocybin (species pictured) have cited ongoing research on its use in treating depression and nicotine dependence? (2020-06-14)
... that the rust fungus Puccinia jaceae var. solstitialis is the first plant pathogen approved by the United States Department of Agriculture as a biological control agent? (2009-07-10)
... that moon carrot rust, which infects the moon carrot (pictured), was thought extinct from Britain, but was re-discovered in 2009? (2017-02-27)
... that the first documented specimens of the spring beauty rust were collected by a former mayor of Buffalo, New York? (2012-08-08)
... that "leek rust", caused by Puccinia allii, has also caused significant losses for garlic farmers? (2021-12-16)
... that the specific name of the Gabonese fungus Pulveroboletus bembae is derived from the name used by the Baka people for the tree it associates with? (2010-05-03)
... that decades after the type specimen of the lichen Punctelia graminicola was destroyed in World War II, its original name was restored after another specimen was rescued from disposal at a dump? (2022-05-18)
... that the soil-dwelling nematode-killing fungus Paecilomyces lilacinus has been known to cause human eye infections? (2008-11-18)
... that the orange sponge polypore counteracts the drying effects of its high-altitude environment by absorbing water quickly and drying slowly? (2013-09-04)
... that French mycologist and naturalist Lucien Quélet claimed in his book, Mycologic Flora of France, that the human race as a whole was becoming more and more primitive? (2007-04-24)
... that Disciotis venosa, Hygrophorus subalpinus, Mycena overholtsii, Plectania nannfeldtii, Ramaria botrytis, and Clitocybe glacialis (pictured) are all mushrooms that grow in or near snowbanks? (2009-10-14)
... that the European fungus Ramaria formosa, found under beech trees, resembles a yellow-tipped pink piece of many-branched coral? (2008-02-14)
... that the fruit bodies of Ramaria gracilis (example pictured) smell of anise? (2015-04-19)
... that application of iron salts will turn a white coral green? (2009-09-24)
... that the Regensburg Botanical Society, founded on 14 May 1790, is the world's oldest extant botanical society? (2022-10-26)
... that mushrooms of the genus Xerocomellus (X. armeniacus pictured) are often brightly coloured? (2013-08-05)
... that species in the fungal genus Rhodocollybia have spores that are dextrinoid? (2009-07-01)
... that the "wrinkled peach" mushroom (pictured) requires light from the red end of the visible spectrum to induce fruiting? (2009-06-15)
... that the fungus Rhopalomyces elegans can be grown on a medium containing baby beef liver and lamb fat? (2012-10-23)
... that the austro dripping bonnet probably had a Gondwanan origin? (2012-10-27)
... that Rostraureum tropicale is a pathogen of Terminalia ivorensis and causes basal stem cankers on dying trees? (2013-12-29)
... that the flesh of the poisonous mushroom Boletus legaliae smells of chicory? (2008-07-04)
... that Boletus pulcherrimus, a large red and brown pored mushroom from California and New Mexico, stains dark blue when cut or bruised? (2008-02-06)
... that the fruit bodies (mushrooms) of Rubroboletus rubrosanguineus (pictured) smell like hay? (2015-07-12)
... that a study of lichen growth in the Canadian Rockies showed that Xanthoria elegans (pictured) expands at a rate of 0.5 mm per year for the first century before slowing down? (2009-02-20)
... that the mushroom species Russula albidula is commonly known as the "boring white Russula"? (2009-11-01)
... that the yellow flesh of the edible mushroom Russula aurea (pictured) distinguishes it from the peppery-tasting and inedible sickener? (2008-08-17)
... that the brittlegill mushroom Russula betularum grows under birch, while the closely related Russula emetica is found under conifers? (2008-07-29)
... that the so-called "lobster mushroom" (pictured) is a delicacy created by one fungus, Hypomyces lactifluorum, parasitising another, usually Russula brevipes? (2008-11-08)
... that the dark purple-brown mushroom Russula caerulea is edible and mild-tasting, although the cap skin is bitter if chewed? (2008-07-29)
... that the edible mushroom swamp yellow brittlegill (pictured) has a fruity smell? (2008-06-25)
... that the crusty russula (pictured) serves as food for both humans and a pleasing fungus beetle? (2013-10-29)
... that although the mushroom Russula delica (pictured) is technically edible, its smell of fish or bugs and acrid taste make it fairly poor fare? (2008-09-09)
... that although the reddening russula is mildly to moderately toxic, it is sold as an edible species in some areas of Asia? (2013-10-28)
... that the poisonous mushroom Russula emetica, commonly known as "the sickener", is hoarded and eaten by the Red Squirrel? (2008-01-25)
... that the bitter and inedible mushroom Russula fellea (pictured) smells of geraniums or apple sauce? (2009-03-15)
... that the flesh of the mushroom Russula fragilis tastes hot, while its smell is fruity? (2009-03-16)
... that the mushroom Russula integra is a popular food in Northern Europe? (2010-02-23)
... that the russet brittlegill is collected and eaten by people in the Ivory Coast? (2021-05-06)
... that Russula nigricans is an edible fungus which turns red, then grey, and finally black on bruising or cutting? (2008-07-02)
... that the red mushroom Russula sanguinaria, known as the "bloody brittlegill", smells fruity but is hot tasting? (2008-07-16)
... that the red-purple coloured inedible mushroom Russula sardonia has a hot peppery taste? (2008-07-13)
... that the edible mushroom Russula xerampelina (pictured) has a taste and smell reminiscent of shellfish or crab? (2008-09-01)
... that in addition to his academic works, Norwegian mycologist Leif Ryvarden is known as a conveyer of popular science and a former board member of Greenpeace? (2009-01-17)
... that infection by pistil smut induces the development of female sex organs in a male? (2009-10-31)
... that in mycology, a sanctioned name refers to those used in early taxonomical works by Linnaeus, Persoon or Fries? (2010-07-10)
... that Amanita thiersii (pictured) has the genetic capability to decompose cellulose and can survive on it alone? (2012-09-30)
... that the scaly hedgehog (pictured) is actually a species of brown mushroom found in spruce forests and used to dye wool in Norway? (2008-06-24)
... that the "scarlet elf cup", fungal species Sarcoscypha coccinea (pictured), has been used medicinally by the Oneida First Nations people? (2009-01-22)
... that despite being named for its distribution in the western hemisphere, the fungus Sarcoscypha occidentalis (pictured) is also found in Asia? (2010-04-07)
... that a specimen of the bioaccumulator fungus Sarcosphaera coronaria (example pictured) was found to contain the highest concentration of arsenic ever reported in a mushroom? (2010-05-17)
... that Douglas Barton Osborne Savile showed that the coevolution of rust fungi and their host plants could be used as an aid to plant taxonomy? (2008-02-26)
... that Joseph Schröter, a 19th century Prussian military doctor, was a noted mycologist who discovered and described many previously unknown species of flora and fungi? (2007-05-18)
... that the Sclerodermataceae, a family of fungi, contains species with common names such as "hard-skinned puffballs", "earthstars" and "prettymouths"? (2008-11-24)
... that the Sclerodermatineae include boletes, earthstars, and pretty mouths? (2013-04-25)
... that Scleroderris canker is a fungal disease among coniferous trees, sometimes spread by imported Christmas trees, that can kill an entire forest within a few years? (2006-02-23)
... that the Eyelash Cup (pictured) normally grows on rotten wood, but can sometimes be found on bracket fungi? (2009-07-07)
... that the fungal genus Sebacina includes species that can encrust the stem bases of living plants? (2010-03-22)
... that snow mold, a type of fungus, can severely damage grass if it snows? (2012-10-12)
... that the orange chocolate chip lichen (pictured) was given its common name because of its fruitbodies that look like chocolate? (2022-11-06)
... that mycologist Olav Johan Sopp suggested classifying fungi as belonging to neither plantae nor animalia, but to a third kingdom, back in the 1890s? (2010-07-03)
... that the yellow earth tongue (pictured) has been described as a fungus one is likely to find while looking for something else? (2009-08-08)
... that species of "cannonball fungi" (genus Sphaerobolus) may forcibly eject their spores a horizontal distance of 6 meters (20 ft)? (2008-12-02)
... that Spinellus fusiger is a pin mold that parasitizes several species of mushrooms? (2009-10-06)
... that the most recently described member of the fungal genus Spongiforma (pictured) is named after the cartoon character SpongeBob SquarePants? (2011-10-18)
... that Spongiforma squarepantsii is a sponge-like bolete that lives in Malaysia? (2011-06-24)
... that Spongiforma, a sponge-like bolete newly described in 2009, smells like coal tar? (2010-02-16)
... that the yeast Sporobolomyces koalae was isolated from nasal swabs collected from koalas housed in a Japanese zoo? (2013-05-08)
... that sporotrichosis is a chronic fungal infection that commonly affects farmers? (2005-12-01)
... that stingless bees put the slimy spore mass of the fungus Staheliomyces cinctus (pictured) into their pollen baskets? (2010-11-28)
... that the slime mold Stemonitis axifera is a favored food source of mantleslugs? (2013-09-10)
... that the fungus Stereum ostrea gets its common name "False Turkey-tail" due to its great resemblance to the Turkey-tail (Trametes versicolor)? (2012-10-03)
... that the fungus Tremella encephala was officially described in 1801, but it was not known until 1961 that its central core is actually the remains of its host Stereum sanguinolentum? (2011-07-12)
... that some species in the lichen genus Sticta (Sticta hypochra pictured) can be used to assess the age of forests? (2009-04-12)
... that the cap surface of the mushroom Strobilomyces foveatus (pictured) is covered with scales, while the spore surface is covered with spines? (2010-07-26)
... that a modified version of a chemical naturally occurring in the mushroom Strobilurus tenacellus is the world's biggest-selling fungicide? (2013-01-11)
... that the blue-green toadstool Stropharia aeruginosa is named for its similarity in colour to verdigris? (2008-07-06)
... that the mushroom Stropharia ambigua has been said to taste like old leaves? (2010-02-27)
... that the king stropharia, a prized edible mushroom, develops spiny cells which kill nematodes? (2007-01-21)
... that the exposed flesh of the mushroom Boletus amygdalinus (pictured) will immediately turn blue when cut? (2009-11-05)
... that the fungus Boletus luridus may cause nausea and vomiting if consumed with alcohol, or if not thoroughly cooked? (2008-02-08)
... that the Jersey cow mushroom is thought to be parasitised by the rosy spike-cap (both pictured)? (2015-11-05)
... that the slippery jack (pictured) can protect its host pine trees from copper and cadmium toxicity? (2015-09-12)
... that when choosing Suillus pungens mushrooms for the table, one should pick young specimens to avoid "fat, agitated maggots"? (2010-12-02)
... that the specific name of the newly described fungus Suillus quiescens refers to the ability of its spores to lay dormant in the soil until pine roots are encountered? (2010-04-05)
... that the Siberian Slippery Jack's subalpine European habitat is threatened by deforestation and skiing? (2010-06-08)
... that the painted suillus (pictured) is not, in fact, the feeding appendages of an underground monster that wants to eat your face? (2009-10-31)
... that a collector said that the mushroom Suillus tomentosus tastes and smells like Tootsie Rolls when dried? (2010-02-08)
... that although the lilac-brown bolete is eaten in the Hengduan Mountains, it has reportedly poisoned people in New England? (2015-09-05)
... that the fungal plant pathogen Taphrina padi turns the fruits of infected Bird Cherry trees into distinctive, elongated, tongue-like structures? (2010-06-01)
... that the cobalt crust fungus was selected as the German Mycological Society's fungus of the year in 2009? (2009-02-11)
... that the edible mushroom Termitomyces eurhizus grows out of termite mounds? (2017-12-15)
... that Thelephora palmata is among the stinkiest fungi in the forest? (2011-11-29)
... that M. J. Thirumalachar named two genera of fungi he discovered, Narasimhania and Narasimhella, after his father, M. J. Narasimhan? (2017-03-02)
... that microbiologist Charles Thom was awarded the first PhD from the University of Missouri in 1899? (2012-03-13)
... that species of the jelly fungus genus Tremella are parasitic on wood-rotting fungi? (2010-05-26)
... that the fungus family Tremellaceae includes both commercially cultivated edible species as well as yeast-like human pathogens? (2010-04-25)
... that Trichia decipiens live on deadwood of conifers and leaf trees all year around? (2012-07-04)
... that Podostroma cornu-damae can shrink your brain, make your skin fall off, cause you to speak and move abnormally and kill you? (2010-10-31)
... that the white knight smells of honey and radishes? (2011-06-25)
... that the flesh of Tricholoma argyraceum has a floury and rancid taste? (2011-10-01)
... that the dark-scaled knight is in danger of extinction in the Netherlands? (2011-12-09)
... that the edible mushroom Tricholoma columbetta can have pink, violet, or green spots? (2015-08-03)
... that the blushing tricholoma fungus formed a fairy ring in Germany which was 80 m (260 ft) across and contained an estimated 10,000 mushrooms? (2011-10-03)
... that fungus Tricholoma pardinum (pictured) was responsible for over 20% of cases of mushroom poisoning in Switzerland in the first half of the 20th century? (2008-02-11)
... that the highly regarded edible mushroom Tricholoma portentosum (pictured) can be mistaken for poisonous mushrooms? (2011-10-02)
... that the soapy knight is actually a mushroom, so named because of its strong smell of soap? (2009-12-16)
... that the grey knight (pictured) is a small, edible mushroom that is often confused with the larger and poisonous dirty trich? (2009-03-04)
... that when force-fed to mice, the toxin ustalic acid, isolated from the mushroom Tricholoma ustale (pictured), makes them crouch—hesitant to move—before it kills them? (2013-04-02)
... that Tricholoma ustaloides (pictured), generally considered an inedible species of mushroom, is consumed by inhabitants of some Mexican communities? (2009-01-25)
... that the fuzztop mushroom was named for being "cow-colored"? (2012-08-28)
... that "little white", a mushroom in the fungal genus Trogia, has been implicated in the deaths of about 400 people in Yunnan, China? (2010-07-23)
... that although its edibility is not definitively established, one source suggests that the rare mushroom Tubaria punicea (pictured) tastes similar to "bland beef"? (2013-09-10)
... that the summer truffle (pictured) and the burgundy truffle are varieties of one species of truffle, Tuber aestivum, which is found across Europe? (2010-10-11)
... that the European truffle species Tuber donnagotto is named after the two dogs that originally found it? (2013-09-07)
... that Tuber lijiangense, T. microspermum, T. microspiculatum, T. polyspermum, T. sinoalbidum, and T. sinoexcavatum are Chinese truffles that have been described as new species in the past two years? (2012-10-05)
... that black truffles suppress plant growth around their host tree, creating an area that looks burned? (2013-08-05)
... that the Oregon white truffle is a major component of the diet of Northern flying squirrels? (2011-07-14)
... that the nineteenth-century American botanist Edward Tuckerman liked to write his studies in Latin? (2010-03-28)
... that young specimens of the mushroom Coprinellus impatiens have a powdery stem that eventually sloughs off to leave a smooth surface? (2010-09-05)
... that the scientific name of the vase-shaped forest fungus Gomphus floccosus (pictured) means 'woolly plug'? (2008-02-16)
... that the vase-shaped mushroom Turbinellus kauffmanii (pictured) of the Pacific Northwest can reach 35 centimetres (14 in) in diameter? (2015-11-21)
... that two feet-one hand syndrome is the combination of two athlete's feet and fungus in one hand? (2021-10-24)
... that pink pores and a very bitter taste help identify Tylopilus species (T. felleus pictured) from other boletes? (2011-08-30)
... that the black velvet bolete is not the false one? (2011-12-06)
... that the bolete mushroom Tylopilus intermedius is named for its appearance, considered intermediate between T. peralbidus and T. rhoadsiae? (2013-10-02)
... that the mushroom Tylopilus plumbeoviolaceus has been described as "beautiful, but bitter-tasting"? (2010-01-19)
... that the North American mushroom species Tylopilus tabacinus has an odor that has been described variously as indistinct, fruity, fishy, or pungent? (2011-10-26)
... that the bracken club fungus feeds on dead bracken as a saprotroph? (2011-08-04)
... that historically, lichens like Umbilicaria torrefacta have been used to naturally dye traditional Scottish tartans and textiles? (2024-07-04)
... that Devil's Urn (pictured) is a harbinger of spring? (2009-04-14)
... that the string-of-sausage lichen is very sensitive to air pollution and has become locally extinct over much of its former range? (2018-11-29)
... that in Nova Scotia, the tricolored bat roosts exclusively in the dangling fronds of bony beard lichen? (2019-11-25)
... that Edvard August Vainio's tools for collecting lichens in Brazil included a knife, hammer, chisel, paper, a bag, and a shotgun? (2020-08-07)
... that Verpa bohemica is a saprobic species of fungi distinguished from other species by its enormous spores? (2009-04-03)
Verpa conica (article's talk page missing blurb) (2009-03-31)
... that in a 2014 study viriditoxin was able to inhibit prostate cancer cells' growth in a lab environment? (2023-07-26)
... that the silky rosegill – once wrongly implicated in a case of fatal mushroom poisoning – was called the "ghost mushroom"? (2012-10-19)
... that the piggyback rosegill mushroom grows parasitically on other mushrooms? (2012-07-16)
... that according to Swedish peasant folklore, the lichen Vulpicida (pictured), when consumed, kills foxes but not dogs or wolves? (2012-10-22)
... that Weraroa, a genus of pouch fungi, may represent an intermediate evolutionary stage between underground and above-ground fungi? (2008-11-21)
... that white nose syndrome has caused a mortality rate of over 90% of bats in some caves? (2008-02-19)
... that the fungus Willkommlangea reticulata is the only species of its genus? (2012-06-24)
... that species in the fungal genus Wynnea (W. americana, pictured) have asci that are capped by a hinged operculum? (2009-08-13)
... that the cap of the suede bolete has soft velvety skin? (2009-12-19)
... that the mushroom Xeromphalina setulipes is known only from Ciudad Real Province, Spain? (2011-01-12)
... that the stag's horn fungus (pictured) contains a sugar binding protein with potent anti-tumor properties? (2009-02-06)
... that dead moll's fingers are generally more slender than dead man's fingers? (2016-08-18)
... that ceramic parchment grows on rotting wood? (2012-10-03)
... that George A. Zentmyer, professor emeritus at the University of California, Riverside, has an avocado cultivar named after him? (2015-01-18)
... that Zeus was discovered on Mount Olympus? (2012-08-14)

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Amanita muscaria After Rain
Amanita muscaria Marriott Falls 1
Armillaria sp Marriott edit
Clavulinopsis sulcata - Lane Cove River
Coprinellus micaceus Glimmer-Tintling
Dehnbare Helmling Mycena epipterygia
Doolhofzwam (Daedalea quercina) 30-11-2022. (d.j.b)
Geastrum triplex - Bola Creek
Gliophorus chromolimoneus - Ferndale Park
Haeckel Lichenes
Hortus Haren 18-05-2019. (actm.) 03
Hygrocybe miniata - Ferndale Park
Morchella conica 1 beentree
Navadne podvihanke (Paxillus involutus)
Nevelzwam (nebularis) tussen afgevallen beukenblad (d.j.b.) 01
PanellusStipticusAug12 2009
Ramariopsis kunzei Kaldari 01
Sparrige-Schüppling (Pholiota squarrosa)
Wit oorzwammetje s.l. (Crepidotus variabilis s.l.) 12-01-2022. (d.j.b)
Xanthoria elegans 97571 wb1

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Agaricus deserticola (2016-09-24)
Albatrellus subrubescens (2014-12-20)
Amanita bisporigera (2016-06-15)
Amanita muscaria (2013-03-13)
Amanita ocreata (2016-12-06)
Amanita phalloides (2007-09-13)
Armillaria gallica (2018-03-09)
Armillaria luteobubalina (2012-09-29)
Astraeus hygrometricus (2017-10-24)
Auriscalpium vulgare (2017-06-19)
Boletus aereus (2018-09-02)
Boletus edulis (2011-05-23)
Caloboletus calopus (2015-08-25)
Calostoma cinnabarinum (2016-04-08)
Calvatia sculpta (2017-07-26)
Chalciporus piperatus (2016-07-24)
Chorioactis (2013-10-22)
Clathrus ruber (2017-05-01)
Coprinellus micaceus (2019-06-27)
Cortinarius caperatus (2018-10-12)
Cortinarius violaceus (2019-05-22)
Cyathus (2012-01-30)
Dendrocollybia (2012-07-08)
Entoloma sinuatum (2015-08-10)
Exsudoporus frostii (2016-12-09)
Fungus (2009-11-17)
Galerina marginata (2011-09-13)
Geastrum quadrifidum (2015-12-16)
Geastrum triplex (2010-11-09)
Gomphus clavatus (2018-04-27)
Gymnopilus maritimus (2014-01-22)
Gyromitra esculenta (2009-03-19)
Hydnellum peckii (2010-12-21)
Hydnum repandum (2019-03-24)
Hygrophoropsis aurantiaca (2020-04-10)
Imleria badia (2018-11-13)
Imperator torosus (2019-01-27)
Inocybe saliceticola (2013-04-18)
Lactarius indigo (2013-08-08)
Lactarius torminosus (2020-05-04)
Lactifluus volemus (2011-07-10)
Lycoperdon echinatum (2012-04-16)
Lycoperdon perlatum (2018-01-25)
Marasmius rotula (2018-12-02)
Morchella rufobrunnea (2017-09-18)
Meinhard Michael Moser (2020-06-18)
Mycena aurantiomarginata (2014-05-15)
Mycena haematopus (2010-06-12)
Myriostoma (2017-11-13)
Omphalotus nidiformis (2020-06-13)
Panellus stipticus (2014-03-26)
Paxillus involutus (2018-02-14)
Phallus indusiatus (2013-05-10)
Phellinus ellipsoideus (2013-06-12)
Polyozellus (2011-04-05)
Psilocybe aztecorum (2012-12-26)
Psilocybe semilanceata (2015-06-03)
Psilocybin (2012-02-29)
Ramaria botrytis (2013-10-01)
Rhodotus (2015-04-20)
Russula emetica (2012-11-28)
Russula virescens (2016-05-06)
Russulaceae (2018-06-25)
Sarcoscypha coccinea (2016-03-14)
Suillellus luridus (2014-06-20)
Suillus bovinus (2019-09-19)
Suillus brevipes (2015-10-03)
Suillus luteus (2020-01-23)
Suillus pungens (2015-01-05)
Suillus spraguei (2018-07-23)
Teloschistaceae (2024-02-19)
Tricholoma pardinum (2020-07-12)
Turbinellus floccosus (2019-12-31)
Tylopilus felleus (2015-03-12)
Edvard August Vainio (2021-08-23)
Verpa bohemica (2013-02-09)
Xeromphalina setulipes (2014-08-14)

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List of Armillaria species (2014-07-28)

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Picture of the day pictures

Amanita muscaria After Rain (2010-07-09)
Amanita muscaria Marriott Falls 1 (2010-12-04)
Armillaria sp Marriott edit (2010-10-19)
Clavulinopsis sulcata - Lane Cove River (2021-04-17)
Coprinellus micaceus Glimmer-Tintling (2021-07-31)
Dehnbare Helmling Mycena epipterygia (2021-01-31)
Geastrum triplex - Bola Creek (2022-01-04)
Gliophorus chromolimoneus - Ferndale Park (2022-01-06)
Haeckel Lichenes (2008-10-18)
Hortus Haren 18-05-2019. (actm.) 03 (2022-11-21)
Hygrocybe miniata - Ferndale Park (2022-04-05)
Morchella conica 1 beentree (2010-02-08)
Navadne podvihanke (Paxillus involutus) (2019-01-09)
Nevelzwam (nebularis) tussen afgevallen beukenblad (d.j.b.) 01 (2021-05-30)
PanellusStipticusAug12 2009 (2012-08-17)
Ramariopsis kunzei Kaldari 01 (2011-03-05)
Sparrige-Schüppling (Pholiota squarrosa) (2023-09-01)
Wit oorzwammetje s.l. (Crepidotus variabilis s.l.) 12-01-2022. (d.j.b) (2024-03-28)
Xanthoria elegans 97571 wb1 (2012-04-06)

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