Physalacriaceae Collection

Large clump of Honey fungus (Armillaria mellea) growing on a treestump in deciduous woodland, near Olsztynek, Masuria, Poland, September

Close-up of backlit Porcelain fungus (Oudemansiella mucida) showing gills, Golith Falls, Bodin, Cornwall, UK. September

Honey Fungus (Armillaria mellea) growing on mature Ash tree (Fraxinus excelsior). Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. September

Low angle view of Porcelain fungus (Oudemansiella mucida) growing on a dead Beech tree (Fagus sylvatica). Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia. November

Velvet shank / Winter fungus (Flammulina velutipes), growing on dead tree. Peak District National Park, UK. December. Focus stacked image

Porcelain fungus (Oudemansiella mucida) growing on dead Beech tree (Fagus sylvatica). Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. October

Porcelain toadstools (Oudemansiella mucida) New Forest, Hampshire, UK, October

Honey fungus (Armillaria borealis) growing on dead birch, Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire, UK October

RF- Looking up under the gills of toadstools of Porcelain fungus (Oudemansiella mucida), Cornwall, UK

Fly (Mycophaga testacea) laying eggs on Porcelain fungus (Oudemansiella mucida) growing on dead Beech tree (Fagus sylvatica). Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. October

Porcelain fungus (Oudemansiella mucida) showing gills underneath, Bolderwood, The New Forest, Hampshire, UK. October. Backlit

Refracted sun rays shining through foliage on Porcelain fungus (Oudemansiella mucida), Belgium. October

Porcelain fungus (Oudemansiella mucida) growing on fallen European beech (Fagus sylvatica). Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. November

Velvet Shank / Winter Fungus (Flammulina velutipes), growing on moss-covered dead tree. Park District National Park, UK. December. Focus stacked image

Honey fungus (Armillaria mellea) clumps in deciduous woodland, Buckholt Wood NNR, Gloucestershire, UK, October

Close-up of backlit Porcelain fungus (Oudemansiella mucida) showing gills, Cornwall, UK. September

Gills of Porcelain Fungus (Oudemansiella mucida). New Forest National Park, Hampshire, England, UK, November

Porcelain fungus (Oudemansiella mucida) gills. Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. October

Porcelain Fungus (Oudemansiella mucida) close up of raindrops hanging from the lamellae at the underside of the cap, Philips de Jongh park, Eindhoven, Noord-Brabant, The Netherlands

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Oudemansiella platensis growing on a tree in the Paranaense Rainforest ~ Misiones, Argentina, South America

Fruiting bodies of honey fungus, Armillaria mellea, around the base of an old tree stump in autumn

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"Nature's Delicate Beauties: Exploring the Fascinating Physalacriaceae Family" Porcelain fungus (Oudemansiella mucida) reveals its intricate gills underneath, creating a mesmerizing sight in Bolderwood, The New Forest, Hampshire, UK. October's golden light adds a magical touch to this backlit wonder. In the heart of deciduous woodland stands a magnificent treestump adorned with a large clump of Honey fungus (Armillaria mellea). This thriving fungi community showcases nature's resilience and beauty. Golith Falls unveils an enchanting close-up of backlit Porcelain fungus (Oudemansiella mucida), illuminating its delicate gills like ethereal lacework against the vibrant backdrop of autumn hues. A mature Ash tree becomes home to the tenacious Honey Fungus (Armillaria mellea), showcasing how life finds a way even amidst decay. Nature reminds us that every end is also a beginning. From a low angle perspective, Porcelain fungus (Oudemansiella mucida) gracefully emerges from a dead Beech tree, symbolizing nature's ability to transform death into new life forms – truly awe-inspiring. Velvet shank/Winter fungus (Flammulina velutipes) thrives on the decaying remains of trees; their velvety appearance brings warmth to winter landscapes while reminding us of nature's perpetual cycle. Porcelain fungus (Oudemansiella mucida) delicately adorns the weathered bark of a deceased Beech tree (Fagus sylvatica). These porcelain toadstools stand as silent witnesses to time passing by in New Forest, Hampshire, UK during October. Sherwood Forest in Nottinghamshire hosts Armillaria borealis – Honey Fungus growing on dead birch trees.