Tag Archives: Earthstar

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Mel Smith photographed an Earthstar, a uniquely-shaped mushroom that grows on the Mendonoma coast.

Craig Tooley photographed a Scarlett Waxy Cap, a mushroom that makes me think of flowers growing in the forest.

Craig also found a group of Shaggy Manes. This mushroom is edible when young, but they quickly melt away into an inky puddle.

Thanks to Mel and Craig for allowing me to share their photos with you here.

We are having sunny, warm weather today. And tomorrow, Thursday, is supposed to be a bit warmer. We should be seeing more mushrooms appearing if they didn't drown in all the rain we've had!

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Lucy Payne found this mushroom that she said looked like a daisy. It's an Earthstar, a member of the Puffball family.

earthstar-by-lucy-payne earthstars-by-lucy-payneIf you touch the center, a puff of spore dust will shoot up towards you. It can be a surprise if you don't know about it!

I found my first Candy Cap a few days ago, the first of many, I hope. It's a delicious edible with a maple flavor.

first-candycap-of-the-season-by-jeanne-jackson-1024x768Thanks to Lucy for allowing me to share her photos with you here. Happy Thanksgiving to those in the USA!