"But with fungi, you can do that.” Below is a list of edible mushrooms commonly available and used in cooking—though it’s by ...

This story appears in the March 2018 issue of National Geographic magazine. Mushrooms are everywhere — on forest floors, in gardens, in networks connecting below our feet. The largest organism ...

Misidentifications can be fatal. Always consult an expert if unsure. Some mushrooms resemble edible ones but are toxic (e.g., Amanitas resemble puffballs in early stages). Appearance: Fan-shaped ...

The mushroom in question was probably a “false parasol.” It has a white, bun-like shape and grows in the grass in fields and parks. It is similar to the edible “parasol mushroom” and ...