Fungus Collection (#56)

Fungi on dead wood in a beech (Fagus sylvatica) forest. Photographed in Plitvice National Park, Croatia, in autumn

Coloured SEM of cockchafer larva killed by fungus
Biological pest control. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a maybug, or cockchafer, larva (Melolontha melolontha, orange) destroyed by a fungal pesticide (green)

Fungal bladder infection, 18th century

Shiitake mushroom (Lentinula edodes). Also known as black forest mushrooms, this fungus has been cultivated in the eastern Asia for over 650 years

Penicillium mould colony. Penicillium is used to produce the antibiotic penicillin. Magnification: x60 when printed 10 centimetres wide

Candida fungus in a petri dish
MODEL RELEASED. Gloved hand of a laboratory technician holding a petri dish containing the fungus Candida albicans, cause of human thrush, growing on sabaroud dextrose agar

Pear rust fungus, light micrograph
Pear rust fungus. Light micrograph of a section through tissue from a juniper tree infected with pear rust fungus (Gymnosporangium sabinae, lower right)

Grey mould fungus, light micrograph
Grey mould fungus. Light micrograph of a section through onion tissue infected with grey mould fungus (Botrytis allii). Botrytis is a parasitic saprophyte mould that grows on wounded plants

Corn smut infection, light micrograph
Corn smut infection. Light micrograph of a section through tissue from a corn (Zea mays) plant infected with corn smut fungus (Ustilago maydis)

Bramble rust fungus spores. Light micrograph of teliospores from the bramble rust fungus (Phragmidium violaceum). Magnification: x37 when printed 10 centimetres wide

Rose mildew fungus, light micrograph
Rose mildew fungus. Light micrograph of a section through tissue from a rose plant infected with rose mildew fungus (Erysiphe pannosa)

Pear scab infection, light micrograph
Pear scab infection. Light micrograph of a section through a pear (Pyrus sp.) infected with the Venturia pirinum fungus. This fungus causes scab, or black spot, of the pear fruit

Black scab infection, light micrograph
Black scab infection. Light micrograph of a section through a potato infected with black scab (Synchytrium endobioticum) fungus

White rust fungus on a leaf. Light micrograph of a section through a plant leaf infected with white rust fungus (Albugo candida)

Earth ball fungus, light micrograph
Earth ball fungus. Light micrograph of a section through tissue from the fruiting body of an earth ball (Scleroderma vulgare) mushroom

Plum pocket infection, light micrograph
Plum pocket infection. Light micrograph of a section through a plum gall caused by the plum pocket fungus (Taphrina pruni)

Rust fungus in a leaf, light micrograph
Rust fungus in a leaf. Light micrograph of a section through a wheat leaf infected with the parasitic Puccinia graminis rust

Fly agaric fungus cap
Close up of fly agaric toadstool cap showing remnants of the protective veil. Berkshire, UK September 2011

Penicillium mould, light micrograph
Penicillium mould. Light micrograph of a section through an orange rind infected with Penicillium sp. blue mould fungus, showing fungal hyphae and conidiophores (pink and purple) with spores (red)

Brown mould fungus, light micrograph
Brown mould fungus. Light micrograph of a section through decaying plant tissue infected with brown mould fungus (Aspergillus glaucum)

Boletus fungus, light micrograph
Boletus fungus. Light micrograph of a section through tissue from the fruiting body of a Boletus sp. mushroom, showing the hymenium (dark red) of the fruiting body

Hollyhock rust fungus in a leaf. Light micrograph of a section through a hollyhock (Alcea sp.) leaf infected with the parasitic Puccinia malvacearum rust, showing the teliospores (spores)

Yeast cell, artwork
Yeast cell. Computer artwork showing the structure of a yeast cell

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

Mouldy grapes on the vine. Ripening bunch of grapes (Vitis vinifera) showing infection by grey mould (Botrytis cinerea). This fungus is pathogenic and widespread and causes a variety of rots

Penicillium fungus growing on agar
Close-up of a colony of Penicillium chrysogenum fungus growing on agar in a petri dish. This fungus produces the antibiotic penicillin G, seen as small yellow droplets on the surface

Porcelain fungus (Oudemansiella mucida). Fruiting bodies of the porcelain fungus growing on the trunk of a dead beech tree (Fagus sylvaticus)

Neutrophil engulfing fungus, SEM
Neutrophil engulfing fungus. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a neutrophil white blood cell (orange) engulfing and destroying a Candida albicans (thrush) fungal hypha (green)

Mushroom farming
Mushroom farm. These are white button mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus), the most widely-cultivated in the world. Mushrooms are grown commercially in large, dark sheds such as these

Fungal foot infection, conceptual artwork. Single-celled fungi in shape of a footprint. Many fungi live on our body without causing any problems

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

Fried quorn with onions

Gill fungus (Lyophyllum decastes) occurs in dense clusters. The word decastes means a company of ten men. The gills are covered in basidia bearing spores

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

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

Tremella mesenterica
Yellow brain fungus (Tremella mesenterica) growing on a dead gorse bush. The fruiting body is soft, gelatinous and translucent with brain like lobes

Common Earthball (Scleroderma citrinum). The fruiting body is hemispherical with a tough outer layer covered in scales. Inside the ball is a purple-brown mass (gleba)

Ladybird on fungus. Seven-spot ladybird (Coccinella septem-punctata) climbing up the stalk of a fungal fruiting body. This is a wood-rotting fungus growing on a dead tree stump

Forest lichen and fungus. Cup lichen (Cladonia sp. left) and wolfs udder fungus (Lycogala epidendrum, right), growing on a dead Scots pine tree stump (Pinus sylvestris)

Crimson waxcap mushrooms, artwork
Crimson waxcap (Hygrocybe punicea) mushrooms, artwork. This fungus is found in northern Europe. The mushrooms (fruiting bodies) have a bell-shaped cap (lower right)

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

Folded rock formation. Close-up of folds in a fallen block of rock. These folds are formed as the rock is deformed by immense pressures generated from within the Earths crust as it moves over

Podoscypha fungus, New Forest, UK October 2009

Moulds, historical diagram
Zoophytes. Historical diagram drawn to depict moulds as seen by Robert Hooke (1635Ôé¼" 1703) under an early microscope in 1665. Image from La Conquete Du Monde Invisible by Giuseppe Penso

ATP sulfurylase molecule. Computer model showing the structure of an ATP sulfurylase (ATPS) enzyme. ATPS catalyses the primary step of sulphate activation within cells

Parasol mushroom (Macrolepiota procera). Photographed on Powerstock Common, Dorset, UK, in October

Fungal skin infection, artwork
Fungal skin infection. Artwork of clumps of fungal hyphae (brown), representing an infection of the skin by a fungus. In humans, this is invariably a dermatophyte

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"Fungus: Nature's Fascinating Organism Unveiled" Mushrooms, the enchanting wonders of the forest floor, have captivated humans for centuries. The Morel mushroom, discovered in 1891, remains a prized delicacy among culinary enthusiasts worldwide. Beware. Poisonous mushrooms lurk amidst their edible counterparts, as depicted in a Victorian Botanical Illustration. Budding yeast cells showcase the reproductive prowess of fungi under microscopic observation. A stunning array of mushrooms from 1913 showcases the incredible diversity within this kingdom of organisms. Fly agaric mushrooms with their vibrant red caps and white spots evoke images of fairy tales and magical realms. Loch Toll an Lochain nestled against An Teallach serves as a picturesque backdrop for wild mushroom hunting adventures. Close-up shots reveal the intricate beauty and complexity of mushroom spores - nature's tiny propagators. The Common stinkhorn mushroom from 1891 may not win any fragrance awards but is undeniably intriguing in its own right. The Ghost Orchid (Dendrophylax lindenii), immortalized by Susan Orleans' work, reminds us that fungus extends beyond just mushrooms into other captivating forms as well. SEM imagery unveils the mesmerizing structure of penicillin fungus - a life-saving discovery revolutionizing medicine forever. Cultures showcasing Aspergillus nidulans fungus highlight its significance in scientific research and industrial applications. Whether it be through their culinary allure or medicinal breakthroughs, fungi continue to amaze us with their diverse forms and remarkable contributions to our world.