Armillaria Mellea Collection

Honey fungus mushroom 1891
Atlas des Champignons, L. Dufour 1891

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 mellea) clumps in deciduous woodland, Buckholt Wood NNR, Gloucestershire, UK, October

Armillaria mellea, commonly known as honey fungus
Illustration of a Armillaria mellea, commonly known as 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

USA, Washington. Honey mushroom growing on tree
USA, Washington State. Honey mushroom growing on tree. Credit as: Don Paulson / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Armillaria Honey fungus, whole and underside of cap

Honey fungus (Armillaria mellea) growing on a tree trunk. Photogroahed in Narke, Sweden

Honey fungus (Armillaria mellea)
Honey fungus mushrooms (Armillaria mellea). This fungus is found on or around the trunks of coniferous and deciduous trees. It is a tree parasite and the damage it causes is fatal

Honey fungus mushrooms or bootlace mushrooms (Armillaria mellea). This fungus is found on or around the trunks of coniferous and deciduous trees

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Armillaria mellea, also known as honey fungus, is a captivating mushroom species that has been documented since 1891. This remarkable organism forms large clumps on tree stumps in deciduous woodlands, showcasing its unique beauty and resilience and can be found growing on various trees such as mature Ash trees, like the Fraxinus excelsior. In Buckholt Wood NNR, one can witness the enchanting sight clumps scattered throughout the lush deciduous woodland. These mushrooms are not limited to a specific region but have also been spotted in Washington, USA. There, they thrive on towering trees with their delicate honey-colored caps. A closer look at these fungi reveals intricate details within their structure. In autumn forests of Upper Palatinate in Bavaria, Germany, photographers have captured stunning close-ups of Armillaria mellea's cap and underside. The forest floor becomes an artistic canvas adorned with these mesmerizing mushrooms. The versatility of honey fungus is further highlighted by its presence on both living and decaying organic matter. Whether it be growing directly from a tree or sprouting amidst fallen leaves in Bavarian forests - this species adapts effortlessly to its surroundings. To truly appreciate the allure of Armillaria mellea, one must observe it whole - from its cap to the underside revealing gills or pores depending on maturity stage. Its name "honey fungus" perfectly encapsulates its appearance; resembling droplets of golden nectar suspended above nature's tapestry. These captivating mushrooms serve as a reminder that even within seemingly ordinary environments like woodlands and forests lies extraordinary beauty waiting to be discovered. Honey fungus (Armillaria mellea) stands tall among other mushroom species with its distinct features and ability to capture our imagination through every photograph taken or encounter experienced.