The Great Morel sighting maps are a great resource for monitoring the progression of the morel mushroom and when one might begin their foraging adventure. New and improved morel sightings map along with historical maps to help monitor and watch for the m
The potential toxin isGyromitrin, which may or may not be produced by the mushroom in small amounts. When ingested in small quantities, this toxin can produce nausea, stomach cramps, and diarrhea, and in large quantities can produce convulsions, jaundice, coma or death. Regardless of whether ...
For years the home-grown morel mushroom garden was doomed to failure because of lack of knowledge. But researchers have developed home planting kits, and “grow your own” instructions have opened the world of morel mushroom growing and harvesting to those with patience and determination. Tip The...
For years the home-grown morel mushroom garden was doomed to failure because of lack of knowledge. But researchers have developed home planting kits, and “grow your own” instructions have opened the world of morel mushroom growing and harvesting to those with patience and determination. Tip The...
Morchella brunnea.Thanks to Britain Morin for the lead on this one. This species is not widely acknowledged as a burn morel in online, print or scholarly literature. However, after a search for it over atMushroom Observer, I am convinced it is the 5th burn morel species. ...
These are a few of the most frequently asked questions relating to the morel mushroom. From hunting and harvesting, to cultivating them yourself – consider it an attempt to disclose some of the mysteries of the often elusive morel. Many of the questions are geared toward shroomers who are new...