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12/07/2010 07:24:37
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Indentification
Micko45
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![]() I have been walking the same towpath for over 45 yrs (Not continuously!) and have come across this beuatiful plant for the 1st time this year, I can't see it listed amywhere, any ideas anyone?
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12/07/2010 07:23:26
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Indentification
Micko45
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I have been walking the same towpath for over 45 yrs (Not continuously!) and have come across this beuatiful plant for the 1st time this year, I can't see it listed amywhere, any ideas anyone?
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03/07/2010 18:33:26
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Is this fungi.. if so what is it
g3ntyuk
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my mum found this in her shed the other day. she doesnt know if its a mushroom or a fungi. We dont want to touch it incase its poisnous.. Both my parents even said they saw what looked like smoke being produced from the mushroom/fungi sometimes.
any help would be great. please see link below
[url=]http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo360/fireflyg3ntyuk/b6d64c2c.jpg
edited by g3ntyuk on 03/07/2010
edited by g3ntyuk on 03/07/2010
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22/06/2010 16:39:22
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What is this?
HHD
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Here is one I'm trying to put a name too. Let me know if you recognize it; it only grows on one tree in our yard. 
edited by HHD on 05/07/2010
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20/06/2010 03:35:37
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topic:
What is this?
azb
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This fungi is popping up everywhere in my mulch path. Can you please let me know what kind it is? Thank you.
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26/11/2009 14:59:32
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Fungi/Fungus
jessicabennett
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According to some research paper that fungus (pronounced /ˈfʌŋɡəs/) is a member of a large group of eukaryotic organisms that includes microorganisms such as yeasts and molds, as well as the more familiar mushrooms. The Fungi (pronounced /ˈfʌndʒaɪ/ or /ˈfʌŋɡaɪ/) are classified as a kingdom that is separate from plants, animals and bacteria. One major difference is that fungal cells have cell walls that contain chitin, unlike the cell walls of plants, which contain cellulose. These and other differences show that the fungi form a single group of related organisms, named the Eumycota (true fungi or Eumycetes), that share a common ancestor (a monophyletic group). This fungal group is distinct from the structurally similar slime molds (myxomycetes) and water molds (oomycetes). The discipline of biology devoted to the study of fungi is known as mycology, which is often regarded as a branch of botany, even though genetic studies have shown that fungi are more closely related to animals than to plants.
Abundant worldwide, most fungi are inconspicuous because of the small size of their structures, and their cryptic lifestyles in soil, on dead matter, and as symbionts of plants, animals, or other fungi. They may become noticeable when fruiting, either as mushrooms or molds. Fungi perform an essential role in the decomposition of organic matter and have fundamental roles in nutrient cycling and exchange. They have long been used as a direct source of food, such as mushrooms and truffles, as a leavening agent for bread, and in fermentation of various food products, such as wine, beer, and soy sauce. Since the 1940s, fungi have been used for the production of antibiotics, and, more recently, various enzymes produced by fungi are used industrially and in detergents. Fungi are also used as biological agents to control weeds and pests. Many species produce bioactive compounds called mycotoxins, such as alkaloids and polyketides, that are toxic to animals including humans. The fruiting structures of a few species contain psychotropic compounds and are consumed recreationally or in traditional spiritual ceremonies. Fungi can break down manufactured materials and buildings, and become significant pathogens of humans and other animals. Losses of crops due to fungal diseases (e.g. rice blast disease) or food spoilage can have a large impact on human food supplies and local economies.
The fungus kingdom encompasses an enormous diversity of taxa with varied ecologies, life cycle strategies, and morphologies ranging from single-celled aquatic chytrids to large mushrooms. However, little is known of the true biodiversity of Kingdom Fungi, which has been estimated at around 1.5 million species, with about 5% of these having been formally classified. Ever since the pioneering 18th and 19th century taxonomical works of Carl Linnaeus, Christian Hendrik Persoon, and Elias Magnus Fries, fungi have been classified according to their morphology (e.g., characteristics such as spore color or microscopic features) or physiology. Advances in molecular genetics have opened the way for DNA analysis to be incorporated into taxonomy, which has sometimes challenged the historical groupings based on morphology and other traits. Phylogenetic studies published in the last decade have helped reshape the classification of Kingdom Fungi, which is divided into one subkingdom, seven phyla, and ten subphyla.
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27/10/2009 17:20:15
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topic:
Two mystery's
cypher000
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Hi there. Nice to be able to join you on here. I have not been photographing Wildflowers very long. Folks will only laugh at me anyway because I am limited to a local area near my home. Anyway there is a good selection of Wildflowers and I photographed these two today. Try as I might, using the book Wildflowers of Britain and Northern Europe, I cannot truly put a name to these. Can anyone help me identify them?
Baffled with the file attachment system. Have attached two photos but not sure if they will reach you. Anyway I can but see. Regards Walt
edited by cypher000 on 27/10/2009
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06/08/2009 20:59:51
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Wild Pansies (heartsease)
John
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Hello Kaz,
You're quite right there used to be a lot of them about but just lately they seem to be vanishing. Has anyone else noticed any other wild plants in decline? Another thing I've noticed are wild Poppies. There used to be loads growing everywhere at one time and now it's hard to find any, at least where I live anyway.
John
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06/08/2009 20:53:43
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topic:
Finding flowers
John
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Hello David,
If you want to upload pictures you can use the "attach files" link at the bottom of the page when replying to / adding messages. If you have any problems let me know.
All the best
John
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06/08/2009 14:27:29
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topic:
Finding flowers
Liz
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Hello
Ragwort the colour of golden sunshine and yes, it does seem to be doing well this year. Another plant that grows just anywhere.
Sorry I can't help you concerning images because I'm not technically savvy myself.
Liz
David J O wrote:
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04/08/2009 15:13:46
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topic:
Finding flowers
David J O
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Haven't got the hang of uploading images - not working for me being technically challenged - so if anyone would like to see some ragwort I've put it here . . .
http://www.magic.magic-nation.co.uk/flowers.htm
David J O
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04/08/2009 14:21:48
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topic:
Finding flowers
David J O
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Yes, I'm fond of dandelions - and the flower of moment on roadsides, the much-despised ragwort. The trick is to get up close . . .
David J O
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04/08/2009 11:42:27
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topic:
Finding flowers
Liz
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Hello David
I like to think we're the sane ones and all the others are crazy for not noticing beauty when its there before their eyes. I never stop wondering at how amazing dandelions are they can grow in the meanest of places and still produce a perfect flower every time and if they didn't grow in this country people would be paying vast amounts of money to garden centres to buy them and grow them in their gardens. As it is they're treated with contempt. There seems to be a trend, where I live anyway, to turn gardens into concrete deserts so I'm very grateful for pavement cracks and bits of rough wasteland and I even take delight in growing some weeds in my garden.
I'm not a photographer but I can just imagine the looks you get - you never know you might just start a new interest in weeds in your area.
Liz
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03/08/2009 14:11:08
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topic:
Finding flowers
David J O
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And I thought I was the only crazy person that loved pavement weeds! And don't you get funny looks when you are crouching there taking a photograph of one?
I have just found this forum - excellent - look forward to contributing (and maybe setting some identification challenges!)
David J O
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09/07/2009 23:04:17
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Can anyone identify this plant?
Peter
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Hello Bob,
Did you forget to attach a pic of the plant?
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29/06/2009 16:07:50
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topic:
Can anyone identify this plant?
Bob
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and are the berries edible?
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12/05/2009 22:25:47
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topic:
unidentified fungus
David
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Hi Lynpy,
Not sure why you can't upload a pic. I have uploaded one and it went ok. I'll try uploading one with this and see if it works. The description of your fungi sounds really interesting.
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11/05/2009 21:55:46
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topic:
Identification help
mike
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mike wrote:
 I have found this mushroom in my garden. Can anyone tell me what it is and whether it is poisonous Thanks Mike edited by mike on 11/05/2009
I have been doing some research and I am 99% sure it is a fungus called Peziza vesiculosa. Anyone know anything about this? I reckon it was from the horse manure we put down before we laid the new turf. It is all over the lawn and in the beds. How can you get rid of it??? Can you spread it? Should I try and dig it out? is it poisonous especially to kids and animals? Help appreciated.
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11/05/2009 17:51:15
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topic:
Identification help
mike
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I have found this mushroom in my garden. Can anyone tell me what it is and whether it is poisonous
Thanks
Mike
edited by mike on 11/05/2009
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29/04/2009 18:29:59
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topic:
unidentified fungus
Lynpy
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I'm pleased to have found this site and hope it will be most successful. I have some photo's (taken with a phone), can anybody identify this fungus. It is in my neighbor's garden in a garden pot which has a small (self setter) fruit tree of some type in it, also a couple of wild strawberries. The fungus has filled the top of the pot totally and looks like leaves but they are solid and hard to the touch. Any ideas about identification? I could take some far better photos if necessary.
edited by Lynpy on 29/04/2009
I do not seem to be able to upload the photos. I'll try again tomorrow.
edited by Lynpy on 29/04/2009
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