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I look with interest at the fungi posts on this forum (thanks to all concerned) and have started to take more interest in the ones I see in my area, could someone please recommend a suitable guide for the absolute beginner.

Found a lovely little group this morning growing inside the bottom of a hollow ash tree, photos attached, the largest one is about three inches across. ID of these would also be appreciated.

Many thanks
Alan
 

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Hi Alan,

I like the Collin's Gem book as a field guide (it's by Sterry & Hughes). It's small enough to fit in your pocket and has nice, clear photos.

For something a little more substantial, I don't think you can beat Roger Phillips' book.

Your fungus is a Pholiota. It looks like P.aurivella, but I'm not familiar with this species. I don't suppose you noticed if it had a sticky cap, did you?


Cheers,
Nick
 
Trichia said:
Hi Alan,

I like the Collin's Gem book as a field guide (it's by Sterry & Hughes). It's small enough to fit in your pocket and has nice, clear photos.

For something a little more substantial, I don't think you can beat Roger Phillips' book.

Your fungus is a Pholiota. It looks like P.aurivella, but I'm not familiar with this species. I don't suppose you noticed if it had a sticky cap, did you?


Cheers,
Nick
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Thanks Nick,
Did I notice if it had a sticky cap? Certainly not, nothing was further from my mind, first lesson learnt. I've attached another photo that seems to show it likely was but flash photography can be deceptive.

I'll certainly be getting a copy of the Collin's Gem book, thanks again for your help.

Alan
 

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Hi Alan,

It's also useful if you turn one over (so you can photograph the gills). Don't be afraid to give them a sniff too:eek!:

P.aurivella has a viscid cap surface, so I think it's looking good after that last photo.

Cheers,
Nick
 
Trichia said:
Hi Alan,

It's also useful if you turn one over (so you can photograph the gills). Don't be afraid to give them a sniff too:eek!:

P.aurivella has a viscid cap surface, so I think it's looking good after that last photo.

Cheers,
Nick
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Thanks again Nick, Collins Gem ordered and I'll certainly be touching, turning and sniffing.

Alan
 
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