Whether you know them as King Boletes or Porcini, they’re a seasonal treasure beloved by cultures around the world. The French know them as Ceps,[…]

The name "Chanterelle" has origins in Sumerian and French languages, also carrying various regional names in France. It is associated with vessels, cheese, and colors.[…]

The genus "Marasmius" got its name from the Greek word "marasmus", meaning "drying out", reflecting the mushrooms' ability to dry and rehydrate. The species epithet[…]

The scientific name "Pleurotus ostreatus" for Oyster Mushrooms was named by German Mycologist Paul Kimmer, combining the Ancient Greek words for side and ear. The[…]

Tricholoma equestre, known as "The Man On Horse Back" or "Yellow Knight," has a mysterious etymology. The name likely derives from its value as a[…]