UK Fungi

General fungi discussion

Fungi ID requests (post here if you aren't sure what type of fungus you've found)
Please try to include photos to show all parts of the fungus, eg top, stem, and gills.
Note any smells, and associated trees or plants (eg oak, birch). A spore print can be very useful.

Fungi on miscellaneous substrates (not soil or wood)

Ascomycetes

Rusts, Smuts, and Mildews
Plant diseases

Crust fungi, Bracket Fungi etc
Corticoids, Crusts, Brackets, and any non-mushroom like fungi growing on wood

Lichens

DNA barcoding

Myxomycetes (slime moulds)
Not technically fungi, but often lumped together with fungi

Microscopes, Cameras, Equipment, Technology
Discussion about cameras, microscopes, stains, and gadgets, along with useful tips for preparation of fungi samples

Local/Regional Fungi Groups, Fungi News, Courses & Events