Are there mushrooms yet? Mushroom calendar for summer mushrooms

For many, the mushroom season doesn’t start until autumn. In fact, there are mushrooms all year round that you can gather. Our mushroom calendar below gives you an overview of when which mushrooms grow in summer. Last spring mushrooms Spruce cone (Strobilurus esculentus) From October to May, the fungus, also known as spruce cone nail fungus, grows…

When are porcini mushrooms in season in Germany?

Porcini mushrooms are among the finest edible mushrooms in this country. Botanically, it is a species of fungus of the genus thick boletus. The name comes from the relatively hard flesh compared to other species. For laypeople, however, this is mostly uninteresting, they are mainly concerned with the taste qualities of porcini mushrooms. Real gourmets can hardly wait for…

Common giant parasol: Recognize Parasol exactly

The common parasol or parasol is a species of mushroom found worldwide. In the following post, you will learn how to spot the edible mushroom flawlessly. Different names Common parasol is the official name for this mushroom. But there are also other names for the fungus with the scientific name Macrolepiota procera. These can already provide initial information…

Yellow mushroom with sponge: which one is it?

Recognizing mushrooms is not that easy. If a yellow mushroom with a sponge sprout in the forest or even in your own garden, the choice is not that big. identifying features Mushrooms are not just mushrooms. If you take a closer look at the specimen, there are many different distinguishing features. These include, among other things, the structure…

Brown mushroom with lamellae: which one is it?

Be careful when handling mushrooms. The risk of poisoning is far too great if collectors are not sure which mushroom it is. Lamellae in particular are often a clear sign of inedibility. Or are some brown mushrooms with lamellae suitable for consumption? Poisonous brown mushrooms Pantherpilz (Amanita pantherina) Brown colouration: hazel Growth height: 6 to 12 cm Other characteristics: white…

Mushroom species in Germany: 23 native species

Mushrooms are not only important for plants to control vital metabolic cycles, but are also a tasty food for various animals in the forest and for humans. However, not all types of mushrooms in Germany are equally well tolerated. native mushroom species In Germany there are over 5,000 different native species of mushrooms in the forests. Only…

White fungus: how to identify it

From the summer months they sprout en masse from the ground: mushrooms. The white fungus can usually be easily identified based on numerous characteristics. The following list includes the most common specimens. White mushrooms from A to G Field umbrella fungus (Macrolepiota excoriata) Genus: Giant Parakeets (Macrolepiota) Odor: fungus Taste: cooked mild aroma, nutty Mushroom cap size:…

Grow your own mushrooms – porcini, button mushrooms and more

The biggest advantage of growing mushrooms in the garden is that you can be sure that they are free from contaminants. They are also guaranteed to be fresh, which is not always the case with store-bought mushrooms. Mushroom cultivation is actually not difficult at all and you have the choice between different varieties. Diversity is also possible, not…

Properly dry the parasol mushroom and Krause mother hen

There are many ways to store edible mushrooms for a longer period of time. But not every type of preservation is suitable for every type of mushroom. The taste and consistency of the parasol mushroom and the Krausen mother hen really come into their own when they are dried. The process is simple and can be implemented quickly…

Can you eat mushrooms raw? Brown, white and canned mushrooms

Mushrooms are real all-round talents in the kitchen. In a casserole, filled with cream cheese from the grill or in goulash, many other delicious dishes can be conjured up in addition to these classics. Whether white or brown varieties, Agaricus is low in calories and yet rich in nutrients. When time is of the essence, canned mushrooms save…