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Nighttime Mushroom Foraging: Yes or No? Benefits and Risks
Nighttime Mushroom Foraging: Yes or No? Benefits and Risks
Walking in the woods at night with only the moonlight, the rustling of leaves underfoot and that unique emotion when the flashlight suddenly illuminates a circle of perfect prignoli... Night mushroom hunting is an experience that deeply divides the mycological community.
Antagonistic bacterial strains to prevent mold in mushrooms: the case of Blackthorn
Antagonistic bacterial strains to prevent mold in mushrooms: the case of Blackthorn
Bacterial strains are currently of great interest in the fascinating world of mycology, especially for the species Calocybe gambosa. The Blackthorn in fact occupies a special place among enthusiasts for its delicate aroma and fleshy consistency. However, its cultivation represents a considerable technical challenge, especially for its susceptibility to fungal contamination.
Blackthorn (Calocybe gambosa): the king of spring mushrooms
Blackthorn (Calocybe gambosa): the king of spring mushrooms
Today we take you to discover one of the most loved and sought-after mushrooms of the spring season: the Blackthorn, scientifically known as Calocybe gambosa. This mushroom, which owes its common name to the frequent association with wild plum trees, represents a real delicacy for the most expert hunters.