With practical tips on collecting, preserving and identifying fungi, this is an ideal reference guide for enthusiastic amateurs and professionals alike. There is even a section on fungi in folklore and how humans have used fungi for medicinal purposes. The relation of fungi to man, mammals and parasitesĮxploring the rich variety of mushrooms and toadstools found living in woodlands, grasslands, coastlines, rivers, and man-made habitats such as compost heaps, this New Naturalist volume is packed with information covering virtually every aspect of fungi.Life in the colonies: Fungal evolution Life on the commons: From mutualsim to parasitism to. New Naturalist Fungi covers all aspects of the subject including: Introduction: Diversity in the dust Part 1: The hidden kingdom. In this highly authoritative guide they examine all aspects of fungi, from their lifestyle and habitats to their diverse reproductive strategies. How do we use fungi in medicine? How can we identify edible mushrooms? Brian Spooner and Peter Roberts are both widely respected experts in fungi from the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew. A comprehensive account of the natural history of fungi, from their lifestyle, habitats and ecology to their uses for humans.
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