Eumycota Collection (page 2)

Porcelain mushroom (Oudemansiella mucida)
Porcelain mushrooms (Oudemansiella mucida) growing on a moss-covered branch. This edible fungus is named after its translucent appearance. Photographed in the New Forest, UK, in October

Magic mushrooms (Psilocybe semilanceata). These fungi, commonly known as liberty caps, contain the psychoactive compound psilocybin, which produces a hallucinogenic effect when ingested

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

Stilton cheese, SEM
Stilton. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a blue vein in a piece of Stilton cheese. The colour and flavour of the cheese is produced by the fungus Penicillium roquefortii

Curvularia geniculata fungus, SEM
Curvularia geniculata fungus. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the fruiting body of the mould fungus Curvularia geniculata

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

Honey fungus (Armillaria mellea) growing on a tree trunk. Photogroahed in Narke, Sweden

Hares ear fungus (Otidea onotica). Photographed in Narke, Sweden

Birch bolete (Leccinum scabrum) mushroom
Brown birch bolete (Leccinum scabrum) mushroom growing amongst common heather (Calluna vulgaris). Photographed in the Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, in August

Fly agaric (Amanita muscaria) mushrooms growing amongst common heather (Calluna vulgaris) in an ancient Caledonian Scots Pine woodland

Penicillium fungus, SEM
Penicillium fungus. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a Penicillium sp. fungus. Specialised threads (hyphae, pink), called conidiophores, are seen

Amanita (Amanita frostiana) mushroom
Frosts amanita (Amanita frostiana) mushroom. Photographed in Vermont, USA

Woolly gomphus (Gomphus floccosus) mushroom. Photographed in Vermont, USA

Dry rot fungus. Dry rot, unlike its name suggests, infects damp timber. The term refers to the growth of either of two fungi

Macrophoto of penicillium roqueforti
Macrophotograph (filtered) of Penicillium roqueforti, an economically important penicillin fungus used in the manufacture of blue cheeses

Photomicrograph of Penicillin chrysogenum, 3 days old, grown on potato dextrose agar medium (yellow). Magnification: X 1.2 at 35mm size

Sulphur toadstools. Undersides of sulphur toadstools (Tricholoma sulphureum). The gills contain million of spores, the reproductive cells of a fungus

SEM of dry rot in plywood

Bleeding mycena mushrooms (Mycena haemotopus). Bleeding mycenas are so called because they release a reddish juice when cut. They grow on rotting wood, reaching about 3-8 centimetres in height

Cryptococcus cell dividing, TEM
Cryptococcus cell dividing. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of the asexual budding (lower right) of a Cyptococcus sp. yeast cell

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

Earth star mushroom (Geastrum triplex) growing in woodland soil. It has released (puffed) a cloud of reproductive spores (upper centre)

False col SEM of rhizoids
False colour scanning electron micrograph of rhizoids, or " rootlets" of the bread mould, Rhizopus stolonifer, on the surface of bread. Spores circulate freely in the air

False colour SEM of fruiting bodies

Coloured TEM of a yeast cell

Puffball fungus (Lycoperdon foetidum)

Fly agaric fungus (Amanita muscaria). The mycelium of the fly agaric fungus shares a symbiotic relationship with the spruce, forming a mycorrhizal sheath around the roots of the tree

Shaggy parasol mushrooms
Shaggy parasol mushroom (Macrolepiota rhacodes). This fungus is edible

Mushroom surface, SEM
Mushroom surface. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the spore-bearing surface of a hen of the woods mushroom (Grifola frondosa). This surface is found on the underside of the mushroom

Wine yeast cells, Saccharomyces
False colour scanning electron micrograph of wine yeast cells Saccharomyces cerevisiae (var. ellipsoideus), (tiny balls) on crystals of potassium hydrogen tartrate precipitated out from red wine &

Cramp balls fungi (Daldinia concentrica) on a dead ash tree (Fraxinus sp.). This species is inedible

False-col SEM of Penicillium chrysogenum
False-colour scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of Penicillium chrysogenum, the species of penicillin fungus from which the antibiotic is manufactured

Tooth fungi (Hericium coralloides) on a host tree. The mushroom of this fungi bears its spores on a hymenium (a layer of mother cells)

False-col SEM of yeast cells
Yeast. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of yeast cells, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, commonly known as Bakers or Brewers yeast, growing on potato dextrose agar

Cauliflower fungus (Sparassis crispa) at the base of a tree. This parasite of pine trees causes a brown rot in infected wood

Mushroom gills. Macrophotograph of the gills of an unidentified double capped mushroom. Gills are found on the underside of the cap (fruiting body) and hold the fungal spores

Penicillium colony. Mat of the fungus Penicillium notatum cultured on a growing medium. Penicillium notatum was the species of fungus which which led Alexander Fleming to discover the antibiotic

Fungus, Penicillium roqueforti
Macrophotograph (filtered) of Penicillium roqueforti, an economically important penicillin fungus used in the manufacture of blue cheeses

Dryads saddle fungi (Polyporus squamosus) on a dead tree stump. This edible fungus is most common in spring and summer. It is parasitic and eventually kills its host

White bread mould, SEM
White bread mould. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the fruiting bodies of two types of mould growing on white bread. The moulds are Penicillium sp. and Mucor mucedo

Dry rot fungus, SEM
Dry rot fungus. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of dry rot in a piece of domestic plywood. Dry rot is a fungus (Serpula lachrymans) which infects damp timber

Fly agaric (Amanita muscaria) mushroom lying among ling heather (Calluna vulgaris). This fungus is poisonous if ingested, however it is often used for its hallucinogenic properties when used in small

Bog beacon fungus (Mitrula paludosa)
Bog beacon fungus (Mitrula paludosa, orange) amongst sphagnum moss in a bog. Photographed in the Cairngorms National Park, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, in June

Death cap fungi (Amanita phalloides) at the base of a beech tree (Fagus sp. not seen) The mycelium of the death cap fungus shares a symbiotic relationship with the beech

Sporangium of bread mould, Rhizopus
False colour scanning electron micrograph of a sporangium, or fruiting body, of the common bread mould, Rhizopus stolonifer. Spores circulate freely in the air

Fungal reproduction, SEM
Fungal reproduction. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the tip of a branch of a conidiophore (one type of fungal reproductive structure) with a conidia (spore) emerging from the tip

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Eumycota, the diverse kingdom of fungi, encompasses a fascinating array of organisms. From the microscopic world of budding yeast cells and dividing yeast cells seen through scanning electron microscopy (SEM), to the enchanting fly agaric mushrooms with their distinctive red caps and white spots, this caption explores some captivating members of Eumycota. In our first glimpse into this kingdom, we encounter the SEM image of penicillin fungus - a remarkable organism that has revolutionized medicine by producing antibiotics. Moving on to Aspergillus nidulans fungus in culture, its intricate structures captivate us as it thrives in laboratory conditions. Nature's artistry is showcased through the Cep mushroom or Boletus edulis - an edible delicacy prized for its rich flavor and meaty texture. The SEM image of mushroom gills reveals their intricate network responsible for spore production and dispersal. Fly agaric fungi transport us into fairy tales with their vibrant colors and whimsical appearance. These iconic mushrooms have long been associated with folklore and mythical creatures. Returning to the microscopic realm, we witness dividing yeast cells under SEM once again - a testament to their incredible ability to reproduce rapidly. Penicillium roqueforti fungus takes center stage next; known for its role in aging blue cheeses like Roquefort, it adds distinct flavors as it grows within these culinary delights. Fruiting bodies of Rhizopus oligosporus catch our attention next – these structures are essential for reproduction in this species while Cryptococcus neoformans fungi reveal themselves under light microscopy (LM). This pathogenic fungus can cause severe infections particularly in individuals with compromised immune systems. Eumycota truly showcases nature's diversity at both macroscopic and microscopic levels. Whether they provide sustenance or pose health risks, these organisms remind us how intricately interconnected our world is with fungi playing vital roles across various ecosystems.