The Magical Properties of Fungus

I do not know much about fungus but I am fascinated by it. This fall I’ve noticed an amazing variety. I think I’m drawn to it on two levels. First of all it often seems to appear by magic. After a rain I’ll notice new varieties in the mulch, grass and woods. Secondly each type has such an amazing structure. These are some varieties I photographed on our hike today. We only went a few miles and I wasn’t looking that carefully so I’m sure I missed many others.