Bracket Fungus Collection

Basidiomycota: filamentous fungi
Coloured lithograph by Ernst Haeckel from Kunstformen der Natur, 1899-1904. Date: 1904

Dyers Mazegill (Phaeolus schweinitzii) Hampshire, England, UK, September

Sulphur Polypore, Sulphur Shelf or Chicken Mushroom -Laetiporus sulphureus-, Coeur d Alene National Forest, Idaho, USA

Oyster mushroom -Pleurotus ostreatus-, growing on a tree trunk, Wipperfuerth, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, Europe

Pleurotus ostreatus, oyster mushroom
Shown here is the fan-shaped oyster mushroom fungus. This specimen originates from the Natural History Museum, London

Great Spotted Woodpecker (Dendrocopos major) clinging to side of oak tree trunk overgrown with bracket fungi and ivy

Sulphur shelf, chicken mushroom -Laetiporus sulphureus-, Coeur dAlene National Forest, Idaho, USA

Red Banded Polypore -Fomitopsis pinicola- on a tree trunk, moss, spruce forest, protected forest, near Steinhausen, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe

Hairy Curtain Crust -Stereum hirsutum-, Thuringia, Germany

Red Banded Polypore -Fomitopsis pinicola-, Hainich National Park, Thuringia, Germany

Great Spotted Woodpecker -Dendrocopos major- on a tree with tree mushrooms, near Lake Federsee, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe

Fungus growing on wood

Fungus (Lycoperdon coliforme) C016 / 5988
Fungus (Lycoperdon coliforme). Plate 1 from Drawings of Submerged Algae (1800) by Mary Dawson Turner. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Bolete sp. bolete mushrooms
Plate 24 from Le Regne Vegetal plantes agricoles, Vol 8, depicting various types and views of bolete mushrooms

Amanita sp. amanita mushrooms
Plate 10 depicting two different species of amanite mushrooms from Le Regne Vegetal plantes agricoles, Vol 8

Agaricus rachodes. Plate XXXVIII taken from Illustrations of British Mycology by Hussey, Anna Maria

Agaricus mutabilis. Plate XXVII taken from Illustrations of British Mycology by Hussey, Anna Maria

Polyporus gigantius

Agaricus adustus. Plate LXXIII taken from Illustrations of British Mycology by Hussey, Anna Maria

Polyporus dryadeus. Plate XXI taken from Illustrations of British Mycology by Hussey, Anna Maria

Lycoperdon coliforme
Plate 1 from Drawings of Submerged Algae (1800) by Mary Dawson Turner. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Clathrus ruber, latticed stinkhorn
Illustration from Nova Plantarum (1729) by Pietro Antonio Micheli, of Type Specimens of plants named by Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778)

Phallus impudicus, George Dionysus Ehret. Sketch 229/230. Phallus found at Bulstrode Nov. 12 1763

Phallus indusiatus, stinkhorn fungus
This painting of a veiled stinkhorn was produced by Pieter de Bevere. The image originates from the Loten Collection (dated 1754-57) held at the Natural History Museum, London

Chicken-of-the-woods / Sulphur Polypore, on Oak tree
ROG-13993 Chicken-of-the-woods / Sulphur Polypore, on Oak tree Laetiporus sulphureus Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Hoof fungus - on stump - Georgia
ROG-13970 Hoof fungus - on stump Georgia. Fomitopsis pinicola Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Laetiporus sulphureus
Chicken of the Woods (Laetiporus sulphureus) growing on an oak (Quercus) tree

Hoof fungus (Fomitopsis pinicola)
A hoof fungus (Fomitopsis pinicola) growing on a tree stump in Georgia, USA

Beefsteak Fungus (Fistulina hepatica). This bracket fungus belonging to the homobasidiomycetes grows on the bark of living oak and sweet chestnut trees

Many-coloured polypore fungi
Many-zoned polypore (Coriolus versicolor) bracket fungi. Wiltshire, UK November 2010

Bracket fungus (Laetiporus sulphureus)
Bracket fungus. Young sulphur-coloured fruiting body of the edible bracket fungus known as the chicken of the woods (Laetiporus sulphureus), growing on a living willow tree

Bracket fungus (Daedaleopsis confragosa)
Blushing bracket fungus (Daedaleopsis confragosa). Close-up of the underside of the blushing bracket fungus showing its pores. The pores are the ends of the tubes within which the spores are produced

Bracket fungus (Polyporus squamosus)
Bracket fungus. Dryads saddle (Polyporus squamosus) bracket fungus on a tree

Daedaleopsis confragosa fungus attached to the trunk of a tree. This bracket fungus grows on dead and living wood of broad leaved trees, particularly alder, birch and willow

Bracket polypore fungi
Sulphur polypore or chicken-of-the-woods bracket fungi (Laetiporus sulphureus) on a live willow tree (Salix sp.). This edible fungus is named after the sulphur colour of its hymenium

Bracket fungus (class Basidiomycetes). This fungus forms these fruiting bodies to spread its reproductive spores through surface pores. Photographed in Vermont, USA

Funghi growing on a tree trunk
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"Exploring the Fascinating World of Bracket Fungus: Basidiomycota's Filamentous Fungi" In September, in Hampshire, England, UK, a captivating sight awaits as Dyers Mazegill (Phaeolus schweinitzii) adorns the landscape. Its vibrant colors and intricate patterns mesmerize all who encounter it. Venturing across the Atlantic to Coeur d Alene National Forest in Idaho, USA, one can spot the Sulphur Polypore or Chicken Mushroom (Laetiporus sulphureus). This striking fungus with its bright yellow hues stands out against the forest backdrop. Moving on to Taunus, Hesse in Germany, Europe, wild-growing Oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus) thrive on a beech tree trunk (Fagus sylvatica). Nature's artistry is showcased as these delicate fungi intertwine gracefully. Further exploring North Rhine-Westphalia in Germany lies Wipperfuerth where another specimen of Pleurotus ostreatus flourishes on a tree trunk. The resilience and adaptability of this oyster mushroom are truly remarkable. Observing an oak tree trunk overgrown with bracket fungi and ivy brings forth an enchanting scene. A Great Spotted Woodpecker (Dendrocopos major) clings onto its side amidst this harmonious coexistence between nature's creations. Untergroeningen in Baden-Wuerttemberg offers yet another intriguing find – Red Banded Polypore (Fomitopsis pinicola). This species adds depth and character to the forest surroundings while showcasing nature's diversity. Returning once more to Coeur dAlene National Forest in Idaho reveals yet another display of beauty – Sulphur Shelf or Chicken Mushroom (Laetiporus sulphureus). Its vibrant orange tones create a stunning contrast against the lush greenery.