Mushroom Encyclopaedia Various Edible Mushrooms are – 🍄 White Button Mushroom Scientific Name: Agaricus bisporus Habitat: Commonly cultivated worldwide; found in grasslands and meadows. Features: Small, white cap with a mild flavor; the most widely consumed mushroom globally. Edibility: Highly edible; versatile in various cuisines. Caution: Ensure proper identification, as some wild varieties may resemble toxic … Read more
Mushroom Chronicles thrives because of its diverse community of writers, photographers, researchers, and foragers. If you have a story, study, or recipe to share, we’d love to hear from you: 1. Who Can Contribute? Academic Researchers & Students: Share your latest mycological research or case studies. Farmers & Cultivators: Write about your hands-on experiences, … Read more
Fungi could be given same status as flora and fauna under conservation plan Exclusive: proposal to Cop16 could see ‘funga’ get global legal consideration distinct from flora and fauna. A new era of mycelial conservation could begin this month when the UK and Chile propose that fungi should be placed alongside animals and plants … Read more
MUSHROOM PRODUCTION- GLOBAL SCENARIO, PROSPECTS IN INDIA ~By Dr. Manjit Singh Global Scenario Mushroom production on commercial scale started in 1950s and world mushroom production in 1960 was only 0.17 million tonne (MT) that in six decades became 45 MT. As we can see in Fig 1, growth was slow in first two decades, started … Read more
Behind every issue of Mushroom Chronicles, stands a dedicated team of editors, writers, designers, and mycologists. Collectively, we strive to ensure each article is accurate, engaging, and reflects the very best of India’s mycological community—while also spotlighting global voices. Editorial Board Editorial Team Dr. Manjit Singh (Editor-in-Chief) Ex-Director of the Directorate of Mushroom Research, … Read more
Researchers from Stellenbosch University, in collaboration with citizen mycologists, have described two new species of psychoactive mushrooms from southern Africa, expanding the known list of indigenous Psilocybe species on the continent to six. The genus Psilocybe includes around 140 documented species worldwide and is renowned for its psychoactive properties and deep cultural significance. The … Read more
While glowing mushrooms are typically associated with tropical rainforests, a remarkable discovery in Switzerland is shifting that narrative. Zurich-based artists Heidy Baggenstos and Andreas Rudolf—who have spent over a decade exploring bioluminescent organisms—have identified a new glowing fungus in their own backyard. “We want to show that bioluminescent mushrooms are part of Swiss forest … Read more
In a significant advancement in fungal taxonomy, researchers from Uppsala University have identified five previously unknown species within the Piloderma genus, a group of fungi commonly found in Northern European forests. Among these discoveries is Piloderma fugax, a rare species that thrives exclusively in old-growth forests and has remained undetected until now. The … Read more
In a remarkable discovery highlighting the hidden richness of fungal biodiversity, a researcher from Uppsala University has identified four previously unknown mushroom species—three of which are native to Sweden and already facing the risk of extinction. Sten Svantesson, affiliated with the Department of Organismal Biology and the Museum of Evolution at Uppsala University, made the … Read more
Our Vision We envision a world where fungi—so often overlooked—are celebrated for their ecological importance, nutritional value, and cultural richness. Through Mushroom Chronicle, we hope to cultivate a community that understands how mushrooms can heal soils, nourish bodies, and inspire scientific breakthroughs. By making reliable mycological content accessible in one place, we aim to bridge … Read more
