Armillaria Collection

Honey mushroom, Armillaria mellea, Agaricus melleus, edible.. Chromolithograph by C. Krause from Fritz Leubas Edible and Poisonous Mushrooms, Neuchatel, Switzerland, 1890

Large clump of Honey fungus (Armillaria mellea) growing on a treestump in deciduous woodland, near Olsztynek, Masuria, Poland, September

Honey Fungus (Armillaria mellea) growing on mature Ash tree (Fraxinus excelsior). Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. September

Honey fungus (Armillaria borealis) growing on dead birch, Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire, UK October

Freckled dapperling and European matsutake
Freckled dapperling, Lepiota aspera (Lepiota acutesquamosa) and European matsutake, Tricholoma caligatum (Armillaria caligata). Chromolithograph by Lassus after an illustration by A

Honey fungus (Armillaria mellea) clumps in deciduous woodland, Buckholt Wood NNR, Gloucestershire, UK, October

Plants, Fungus, Honey Fungus

Close-up of Honey fungus (Armillaria mellea) in a forest in autumn, Upper Palatinate, Bavaria, Germany

Honey Fungus, Armillaria mellea Growing on Forest Floor, Bavaria, Germany

Honey fungus, Armillaria bulbigera and A robusta
Honey fungus, Armillaria bulbigera and A. robusta.. Chromolithograph from Leon Dufours Atlas des Champignons Comestibles et Veneneux (1891)

Mushrooms, honey fungus (Armillaria mellea) growing in moss

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Honey Fungus - fruiting bodies on Birch tree - (Betula pendula) - stem (Armillaria mellea) Date:

Honey fungus (Armillaria mellea)

Honey fungus (Armillaria spp. ) mushrooms with moss, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe
Honey fungus (Armillaria spp.) mushrooms with moss, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe

Dark Honey Mushroom -Armillaria ostoyae-, Thuringia, Germany

Dark Honey Fungus -Armillaria ostoyae-, Emsland, Lower Saxony, Germany

Fruiting bodies of honey fungus, Armillaria mellea, around the base of an old tree stump in autumn

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Honey Fungus - close up study of fruiting bodies (Armillaria mellea) Date:

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Honey Fungus - fruiting bodies on fir tree - (Picea abies) - stem (Armillaria mellea) Date:

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Honey Fungus - Autumn (Armillaria mellea) Date:

Honey fungus - in large abundant clumps in old broad-leaved woodland - Wiltshire - UK
ROG-14498 Honey fungus - in large abundant clumps in old broad-leaved woodland Wiltshire - UK Armillaria mellea fungi / fungus Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

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Armillaria, also known as the Honey mushroom, is a fascinating and diverse genus of fungi. One prominent species within this group is Armillaria mellea, previously referred to as Agaricus melleus. Not only are these mushrooms visually striking with their large clumps growing on tree stumps in deciduous woodlands, but they also have culinary potential as an edible species. In various habitats across different regions, we can observe the presence mellea. For instance, it thrives on mature Ash trees like Fraxinus excelsior or even dead birch trees in Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire. However, it's important to note that there are other species such as Armillaria borealis and A. Robusta which also fall under the umbrella term "Honey fungus. " Interestingly enough, Armillaria isn't the only notable fungus found in these environments; it coexists with other varieties like Freckled dapperling and European matsutake. This diversity adds vibrancy to the ecosystem. When exploring deciduous woodlands like Buckholt Wood NNR or forests in Upper Palatinate, Bavaria (Germany), one can find captivating close-up shots of Honey fungus during autumn months. The forest floor becomes adorned with clusters mellea - a sight worth beholding. These honey-colored mushrooms not only add beauty but play a crucial role in nature's cycle by decomposing organic matter and recycling nutrients back into the soil. They form symbiotic relationships with plants while simultaneously being part of a complex web of life. Whether you encounter them growing amidst moss or witness their growth alongside other plant lifeforms, honey fungus remains an intriguing subject for photographers capturing its essence (like Picture No. 10887325). So next time you venture into woodland areas or stumble upon mushrooms sprouting from fallen trees – take a moment to appreciate the wonders and the intricate world of fungi.