If you're interested in eye-catching mushrooms, then take a dive into the colorful world of russula mushrooms. This interesting genus of fungi contains over 2,000 species, some of which are… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
Cammi Morgan is a writer at A-Z Animals where her primary focus is on mycology, marine animals, forest and river ecology, and dogs. Cammi has been volunteering in animal rescue for over 10 years, and has been studying mycology and field-researching mushrooms for the past 3 years.
A resident of Southeast Appalachia, Cammi loves her off-grid life where she shares 20 acres with her landmates, foster dogs, and all the plants, fungi, and critters of the forest.
If you're interested in eye-catching mushrooms, then take a dive into the colorful world of russula mushrooms. This interesting genus of fungi contains over 2,000 species, some of which are… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
If you enjoy gourmet and specialty mushrooms, you may have noticed that the price for these mushrooms can get pretty pricey, especially if the species is difficult to cultivate or… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
We have the kingdom of fungi to thank for the creation of many important pharmaceuticals, the most famous of which is the creation of penicillin. From extracting specific chemicals to… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
The wonderful, strange world of boletes contains several types of mushrooms in the Boletales order of fungi. These spongy, greasy mushrooms contain many good edibles, and many more edibles that… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
Angel wing mushrooms- a delicate, beautiful mushroom with a complicated and confusing edibility status. In this guide, we'll cover angel wing mushrooms' classification, growing regions, how to identify them, the… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
Did you know that some mushrooms glow in the dark? If that fact excites you, buckle up 'cause we're diving into the amazing, glowing world of jack-o'lantern mushrooms. As a… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
If you enjoy foraging mushrooms in temperate woodlands of Europe, we highly recommend you know how to identify them and thus avoid fool's mushrooms. In this guide, we'll cover its… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
If you're interested in foraging for choice edible (forager terminology for delicious!) mushrooms, then we highly encourage you to learn all about hedgehog mushrooms! These mushrooms are delicious and great… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
If you have a flush of mushrooms growing in your backyard, you may be wondering if they're poisonous or edible, and how you can tell? There's no short answer to… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
Wondering what are the best types of mushrooms to grow at home? Well, you'll be happy to know many species thrive in at-home grow kits, several of which are delicious,… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
The death cap mushroom is perhaps one of the most infamous of poisonous fungi, responsible for the majority of all mushroom-related deaths. So, what makes this mushroom so poisonous? How… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
If you're interested in the wonderful world of foraging edible mushrooms, you may be familiar with the delicious and unique-looking morel mushrooms. However, look-alikes exist - aptly named false morels… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
While people may compare larkspur vs. delphinium, the truth is that larkspur is actually the common name for the genus, Delphinium. Therefore, in this guide, we'll discuss the misinformation around… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
You're likely familiar with English or American hollies popular in many landscapes and as holiday decorations. But did you know there's an unrelated species of plant called false holly that… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
Did you know that dates and coconuts both grow from palm trees? Well, they certainly do, so you have the wonderful world of palm trees to thank for these amazing… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
If you love flower gardens in shaded areas, then you're likely familiar with these powerhouses of shade-loving flowers: periwinkle and impatiens. These stunning plants are beloved for brightening up dark… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
Are you a fan of leafy greens? If so, you're probably familiar with good ol' spinach and lettuce. What you might not know is that lettuce is actually a genus… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
If you love nurturing houseplants with lovely striped leaves, you may be familiar with some species of spider plants and dracaena. We'll compare the spider plant to dracaena, discussing the… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
If you enjoy lovely shrubs with clusters of pretty flowers and berries that can be cooked into a variety of delicious treats, then you may be smitten with red and… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
Do you love maple trees that produce brilliant fall colors? If so, you'll definitely want to learn about the Fall Fiesta® sugar maple and the Autumn Blaze maple. In this… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
Are you a fan of brassica vegetables? If so, you might regularly use cauliflower in a variety of your recipes. Indeed, you're likely familiar with the creamy white cauliflower found… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
While both persimmon and kumquat plants may produce delicious orange fruits and have species with native ranges in Southeast Asia, they belong to entirely distinct botanical families. When comparing persimmon… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
If you enjoy forest-loving plants with unique flowers, you may be familiar with the plants in the Dicentras genus. Two species in this genus, squirrel corn and Dutchman's breeches, adorn… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
If you enjoy the wonderful aroma of lemons, you might be interested in plants with leaves that produce this lemony scent. When comparing lemon balm vs. lemon verbena, you'll find… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
Breadfruit and jackfruit are tropical fruits that are dense in healthy carbs. These tropical fruits, which grow on trees, are loaded with nutrients and are used in a vast array… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
If you enjoy growing your own vegetables or cooking with healthy ingredients, you may be interested in learning more about broad beans and lima beans. As members of the legume… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
If you're interested in evergreen, water-loving plants, you may be wondering what the differences and similarities are of horsetail vs. bamboo. While these popular ornamental plants have some structural overlaps,… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
With all of their similarities in appearance and growing habits, you may be wondering what the differences are in the European Beech vs. American beech tree. Since the European beech… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
If you're interested in showy, low-maintenance landscape shrubs and trees that thrive in sunny, warm climates, you may have come across crape myrtles. These lovely plants are beloved for their… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
If you're familiar with the sweet, highly aromatic herbs like anise, and licorice, you may be wondering what the differences are between these two plants. So, if you just compare… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
While golden Alexander and wild parsnip may look strikingly similar, these plants are in their own separate genus and species and have completely different growing habits and toxicity levels to… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
If you enjoy chili peppers, you probably know there are many varieties with unique physical characteristics and tastes. All over the world, people enjoy chilis in various dishes, as spices,… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
When you’re out enjoying a stroll through a meadow or forest, it’s important to make sure you know how to identify and avoid common plants that cause rashes in your… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 1 year ago
Leeks and scallions may seem tricky to distinguish at first, but once you know their physical differences you’ll have no trouble telling these two alliums apart. In this comparison guide,… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 2 years ago
While all photosynthesizing plants need sunlight to survive, some require direct sunlight to thrive. Plants from tropical and arid regions are often sun-loving and need at least six to eight… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 2 years ago
Plants that smell good — they're the subject of poems and songs, we arrange their flowers into bouquets for loved ones, and we turn their aromatic oils into perfumes, essential… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 2 years ago
While both Dutchman's breeches and bleeding heart plants hail from the poppy family and display similar flowers and growth habits, they contain several important distinctions. If you’re interested in uniquely… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 2 years ago
If you’re interested in growing different varieties of lettuce or increasing your salad intake, you might be wondering about the difference between green leaf and romaine lettuce. While these lettuce… Read More
By Cammi Morgan 2 years ago