Yellow edible mushrooms catch the eye, but which ones are safe to eat? This guide covers beginner-friendly yellow mushrooms you can forage in the UK, plus tips on how to identify, cook, and enjoy them. Whether you're a curious cook, wild food enthusiast, or just starting out with foraging, this list has what you need to forage confidently and safely. Let's go! 💛
Ever wondered which wild edible mushrooms are safe to eat and how to spot them? This is a list with pictures of 15 beginner-friendly wild mushrooms that you can forage in the UK. Whether you’re interested in frying, roasting, or adding mushrooms to soups and stews, this guide will help you recognise and safely forage the best wild mushrooms in the UK. Foraging Safety: The Essential Guidelines Before we dive into the list, let’s cover some key safety tips when foraging for wild mushrooms: Now that we’ve covered the basics, let’s jump into our list of 15 edible mushrooms that…
Ever walked past a mushroom and wondered, Can I eat that? This list of edible mushrooms with pictures will help you learn to recognise 14 beginner-friendly mushrooms you can forage in the UK. They’re all common, tasty, and easier to identify than some of the trickier species. These edible wild mushrooms can be roasted, fried, or added to soups and stews—and some are delicious just cooked in butter. We’ll look at what they taste like, where to find them, and how to forage safely. Foraging Safety: Read This First Before you head into the woods or fields, it’s important to…
Turkey tail medicinal uses: Are you considering adding turkey tail to your herbal apothecary? This unassuming, common mushroom, known scientifically as Trametes versicolor, is packed with medicinal benefits that could transform your health. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the medicinal uses of turkey tail, its healing properties, key active compounds, how to forage for it, and methods of preparation.
Despite wound-healing, anti-inflammatory and respiratory properties, surprisingly few people know how to use common puffball medicinally. Keep reading, and you’ll join the ranks of the select few who do 😉.
Scientific name: Fomitopsis betulina, (formerly Piptoporus betulinus) Common name: Birch polypore Medicinal uses of birch polypore Birch polypore has several medicinal uses. It can be used as a natural bandage due to its antimicrobial properties, preventing wounds from becoming infected. The fungus contains compounds that can inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria. To use birch polypore as a plaster, cut a long strip from the underside of the mushroom and apply it directly to the wound. If applying to a finger, wrap it around itself, its natural texture makes it self-adhesive. Otherwise, cover with a bandage or strip of cloth.…
Scientific name: Aleuria aurantia Common name: Orange peel fungus Name in Welsh: Croen Oren Medicinal uses So far, I have not come across the use of orange peel fungus in folk and herbal medicine. Please do get in touch if you have! Potential applications in medical research: Aleuria aurantia contains Aleuria aurantia lectin (AAL), which binds to fucose. Studies have been conducted with regard to cancer, allergies, and cell communication. Constituents: Aleuria aurantia is known to contain: Further detailed chemical analysis of its full constituent profile is limited. Culinary uses Generally used sparingly to add colour to salads or as…