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Blog posts of '2025' 'June'

Trametes versicolor: the multi-coloured mushroom with a thousand virtues
Among the most fascinating and widespread mushrooms in the world, Trametes versicolor stands out for its chromatic beauty and its extraordinary properties. Also known as "turkey tail" for its brightly colored concentric bands, this woody mushroom is not only a silent protagonist of our woods, but also a precious ally in the medicinal field and an interesting subject of study for mycologists...
Linden: a hypnotic habitat for mushrooms
Linden: a hypnotic habitat for mushrooms
Linden trees (Tilia spp.) are renowned for their imposing grandeur and extraordinary longevity, but few botany enthusiasts know that they harbor a hidden world of fungal biodiversity. From aggressive parasites that threaten the tree's health to saprophytes that silently decompose dead wood, the fungi associated with linden trees play vital ecological roles...
Fashion and mushrooms: textile fibers from mycelium
Fashion and mushrooms: textile fibers from mycelium
In the vast and mysterious world of mycology, a realm that has always fascinated scientists and enthusiasts with its biodiversity and incredible properties, a new revolutionary frontier is opening up: that of textile fibers produced by mushrooms...
Creamy golden mushroom risotto
Creamy golden mushroom risotto
Mycology and cooking enthusiasts will be thrilled to discover a recipe that highlights the Pleurotus citrinopileatus, also known as the "golden mushroom" for its bright yellow color and delicately fruity flavor. This dish combines the creaminess of risotto with the aromatic richness of this uncommon but extraordinary mushroom...
Proteins and mushrooms: the potential of mycoproteins
Proteins and mushrooms: the potential of mycoproteins
In the global landscape of sustainable protein sources, mushroom proteins are emerging as protagonists of a food revolution. While traditionally appreciated for their gastronomic and nutritional value, mushrooms are revealing unexpected potential as an alternative source of high biological value proteins...
Tropical Mushrooms: A Universe to Discover
Tropical Mushrooms: A Universe to Discover
In the rainforests, mangroves, and wetlands of the tropics, lies a biological kingdom of extraordinary richness: that of tropical fungi. These species represent one of the most exciting frontiers for mycologists, chefs, and medical researchers...
Ireland, woods and... Mushrooms!
Ireland, woods and... Mushrooms!
Ireland is rich in green woods and forests, and has a high humidity level, making it the ideal place not only for a green holiday but also for... Mushroom hunting!