Mushrooms that grow on trees

Beyond the greengrocer's shelves lies a galaxy of wild mushrooms to thrill the taste-buds of the discerning collector. But spotting the safe varieties is a fine art, and indiscriminate gatherers risk indigestion... or worse. Stephen Brightwell, a relative of the first commercial mushroom growers in New Zealand, separates the dainties from the deadlies, and delves into the history of mushroom collecting in this country.

With Fungi, Australian photographer Steve Axford opens the doors to the fascinating world of fungi, capturing the diversity, bright colors and amazing shapes

This autumn promises to be a tense one as the foodie craze has forced national park authorities to ban all foraging of fungi

Learn the basics in this blog post and podcast with Chris Gilmour as he shares how simple it is to grow mushrooms at home.

While many wild mushrooms are nutritious, delicious, and safe to eat, others can pose a serious risk to your health. This article lists 3 edible wild mushrooms, as well as 5 poisonous mushrooms to avoid.