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Mushroom Fungus

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Just as the monsoon begins, the combination of sunlight and heavy showers have lead to the growth of these mushroomfungus just below a coconut tree. Not sure if these mushrooms are edible.

Mushroom - Fungus (Fungi)

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Let's talk about the different fungi found here in my locale; specifically those growing wild in my yard. The yard surrounding my home is pretty big, about 1800 sq.yards. We have various types of fruit-bearing trees and some ornamental bushes. Among them, I was astonished to find a variety of fungi. I've noticed that these fungi thrive in the moist conditions of the monsoons and the onset of winter. Fungi include the following organisms: yeasts, rusts, smuts, mildews, molds, and mushrooms. I have seen these species of fungi growing wild in my garden, specifically mushrooms, bracket fungus, branching fungus and much more which I am yet to discover. As I discover the fungi one at a time, I have decided to pen down their types and provide some photographs of these little beauties. They are very beautifully created. So let us check out my wild collection. Please note: These are not the edible types, they just happen to grow wild. Mushrooms Mushrooms are probably ...