Russulas in May !

Olive green type russua found among beech lighter at the top of the cap tha around the sides, gills almost free - possibly a Green brittlegill. Stem is slightly yellowing at the base - acrid on the tongue (didnt eat it -just atsted and spat out ).

 

St Georges Mushrooms April 2012

Usually found around 23rd April -hence the name. Found these on 8th April and last year on 16th April

A Taste of the woods

Chantrelles and Hedgehog mushrooms

Cauliflower Fungus - edible and especially esteemed by the chinese. This specimen was not picked - why would you want to

A collection of mushrooms from August 2011 found on one visit in the North West of England.
The mushrooms include Porcini /Cep, a Bay Boletus and some Hedgehog fungus