Scarlet sage, scientific name Salvia coccinea, is an ornamental, deer-resistant, perennial prized by gardeners for its beautiful and showy bright red flower color. Salvia coccinea (also known as...
Also known as lamella, a gill is the underside structure of a mushroom cap. It's composed of narrow, paper-like structures which function in two ways; produce and disperse spores. Although not all...
If you want to know if you're looking at the false or true chanterelles, just cut them in half. When you split a false chanterelle, it lacks the white flesh that the true chanterelle possesses....
Not only are grisette mushrooms completely edible, but they're also extremely popular as a culinary delight. The ectomycorrhizal fungus is highly regarded in North America, where it is a treat found...
Ivy gourd, scientifically known as Coccinia grandis, is a tropical and subtropical vine that produces small, elongated fruits resembling miniature cucumbers. Also commonly referred to as "tindora,"...
A half free morel is an edible type of wild mushroom. Considered one of the true morels, they are distinguished by their odd shape and having only half the cap attached to the base. Thus being...