Boletus edulis. Called “king bolete,” these have a thick stalk and a nut-like cap. They are found near the roots of trees. Laetiporus sulphureus. Called “chicken of the woods,” this fungus grows as a parasite on dead wood. The creamy...
How to Identify Chicken of the Woods Nestled in the diverse ecosystems of Pennsylvania, the Chicken of the Woods mushroom, scientifically known as Laetiporus sulphureus, presents a delightful find for mushroom enthusiasts and foragers alike. This article delves into...
Video Tutorial: Making Mushroom Grain Jar Lids Mushroom Grain Jar Lid Video Transcript So the first thing I’m going to do after we drill out the caps is trim off the edges so that there’s no plastic hanging out there. Then we’re going to use some...
What are Wild Oyster Mushrooms? We live in western Pennsylvania and were just turned on to wild Oyster Mushrooms this year by our friend, Tara Hassler. These mushrooms are super tasty, very good for you and really grow around PA in an abundance. If you are not...
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