Wild Food Collection

Cantharellus tubaeformis C016 / 7711
Harvested Chanterelle Mushrooms (Cantharellus tubaeformis) in a wicker basket

Oyster mushrooms on a tree C013 / 9918
Oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus) on a tree in woodland. These bracket mushrooms are edible fruiting bodies of the fungus, formed as it acts on dead and decaying wood

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

Morel - Edible spring fungus in woodland, Gargano Italy
ROG-13718 Morel - Edible spring fungus in woodland Gargano, Italy Morchella esculenta Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Chainpod - in flower, Rustler's Gulch, Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness, near Crested Butte, The Rockies, Colorado
ROG-13818 Chainpod - in flower, Rustler's Gulch, Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness near Crested Butte, The Rockies, Colorado

Sea Radish in flower on coastal dunes, Inisheer the Burren, western Eire
ROG-13986 Sea Radish in flower on coastal dunes Inisheer the Burren, western Eire Raphanus raphanistrum ssp. marit Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Wild Crab Apples - in masses on tree - New Forest in autyumn - Hampshire
ROG-14475 Wild Crab Apples - in masses on tree New Forest in autumn - Hampshire - UK Malus sylvestris Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Oriental / Wild Apple - probable ancestor of modern apples - wild in the Great Caucasus, Georgia
ROG-13960 Oriental / Wild Apple - probable ancestor of modern apples wild in the Great Caucasus, Georgia. Malus orientalis Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Wood Lily (Lilium philadelphicum) flowering in grassland in the Rockies, Canada

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

Wild Apple (Malus orientalis), also known as Oriental Apple, probable ancestor of modern apples, growing wild in the Great Caucasus, Georgia, USA

Calochortus apiculatus
Three-spot Mariposa-Lily (Calochortus apiculatus) showing flower and seed pod at Waterton Lakes National Park in Canada

Sea Radish (Raphanus raphanistrum) in flower on coastal dunes, Inisheer, the Burren, western Eire

Orange Peel Fungus (Aleuria aurantia) Photographed in autumn in Romania

Sloes (Prunus spinosa)
Sloes or Blackthorn berries (Prunus spinosa) growing in Romania. Photographed in autumn

Sloes or blackthorn Prunus spinosa fruit, autumn; Romania
ROG-13424 Sloes or blackthorn fruit, autumn Romania. Prunus spinosa Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Crab apples in autumn
ROG-12838 Crab apples in autumn Malus sylvestris Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Mexican Pinyon Pine (Pinus cembroides) in the form sometimes described as Border Pine Pinus discolor
ROG-13512 Mexican Pinyon Pine in the form sometimes described as Border Pine Pinus discolor South-east Arizona, USA Pinus cembroides Source of edible nuts

Wild carrot (Daucus carota), on the Dorset coast
ROG-12722 Wild carrot on the Dorset coast. UK Daucus carota Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Fallen sweet chesnuts
ROG-12846 Fallen sweet chesnuts Castanea sativa Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Blackberries in fruit
ROG-12752 Blackberries in fruit Rubus fruticosus Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Cockles being harvested from Morecambe Bay in Lancashire, UK
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"Exploring the Bountiful World of Wild Food: From Cantharellus tubaeformis to Calochortus apiculatus" Embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the realm of wild food, where nature's pantry offers an array of delectable treasures. 🍄🌿🍎 First up, let's feast our eyes on Cantharellus tubaeformis C016 / 7711, commonly known as the tube chanterelle. With its vibrant golden hue and delicate flavor, this wild mushroom adds a touch of elegance to any dish. Moving along, we encounter Oyster mushrooms gracefully adorning a tree trunk (C013 / 9918). These versatile fungi boast a rich umami taste that pairs perfectly with both meat and vegetarian dishes. Ah. Behold the Chicken-of-the-woods or Sulphur Polypore clinging onto an Oak tree. This striking fungus not only captivates with its bright orange color but also surprises us with its tender texture reminiscent of succulent poultry. Venturing further into woodlands, we stumble upon Morel - an edible spring fungus found in Gargano Italy. Its intricate honeycomb-like cap conceals a nutty flavor that tantalizes even the most discerning palates. As we traverse through Rustler's Gulch in Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness near Crested Butte in The Rockies, Colorado, USA; North America reveals Chainpod flaunting its vibrant flowers. This herbaceous plant adds beauty and peppery notes to salads and stir-fries alike. On coastal dunes at Inisheer in the Burren, western Eire blooms Sea Radish in all its glory. Its delicate white petals give way to pungent leaves that lend a unique zestiness when incorporated into seafood dishes or salads. Autumn arrives in Hampshire's New Forest, where Wild Crab Apples dangle in abundance from trees.