And some non fungi things

  • Tempus Fugit@midwest.socialOP
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    1 month ago

    I believe that one is a Russula brevipes. Fun fact about them, if an ascomycete fungus comes into contact with them it parasitizes the Russula and turns it into an choice edible lobster mushroom like this.

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      1 month ago

      That’s an incredible factoid. I’ve only ever had dried lobster mushrooms, and can only imagine how delicious they are fresh.

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        Here in the Pacific Northwest, I get a very ample supply of lobster mushrooms every fall. I honestly think they’re better dehydrated than fresh. Their texture is kind of woody and their flavor is mild.