Rare & Interesting

Cantharocybe gruberi This one presented a challenge with the identification initially -- spores smooth, inamyloid; large, oblong, 11-17 x 8-10 µ,. Taste and odor distinctly farinaceous.



Photo/Collection: Tony & Susie M. (Southern Vancouver Island)
 Tubaria punicea (formerly Naucoria vinicolor)  Growing on the bark of Arbutus, this gorgeous little mushroom has the notoriety of being a rare species.