#day of the mushroom

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Tumblr Tuesday: Day of the Mushroom

Happy Tuesday, and a happy Day of the Mushroom to all who celebrate those delicious, brainy lifeforms. Whether you love them or loathe them, please feast your eyes on these delightful depictions of all manner of fungi—many but not all of which were created during @feefal's #funguary art challenge.

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[rootedincuteness]

Happy "Day of the Mushroom," everyone! The shroomfolk of the Roots & 'Shrooms Gang hope you will take some time to appreciate your local mushroom community today in your own way. Mushies come in all shapes and sizes, but all of them are beautiful. So take a moment to love mushrooms today, because they have so mush love to give! You see what I did there. XD

[chocolatechipkraken]

This character would've been made for Funguary but I only figured out the design after it was too late. Since it's Day of the Mushroom I thought I'd share!

[azalea-art]

I’ve been informed by that staff account that pops up sometimes that it’s the day of the mushroom 🍄 🙂

So I doodled a lil baby mushroom friend ^_^

[subby-sab]

Today is 16th of April.

Today is World Voice Day, Save The Elephant Day, National Orchid Day, Day of the Mushroom.

[rabbitcruiser]

Day of the Mushroom

The Day of the Mushroom celebration is celebrated on April 16 and honors all things fungi. The fleshy, spore-bearing fruiting body of a fungus, which can grow anywhere above ground, on soil, or its food source, is known as a mushroom. The white button mushroom, which is grown, is the standard fungus to be called a mushroom. Therefore, fungi with a stem, cap, and gills on the underside of their cap are those to which the term “mushroom” is most frequently applied. The name “mushroom” is also relevant to describing the fleshy fruiting bodies of other Ascomycota because it is used to describe a range of different gilled fungi that may or may not have a stem.

History of Day of the Mushroom

Since they first appeared in early European communities, it is generally assumed that people have been gathering mushrooms since the beginning of time, possibly even in prehistoric times. Truffles and other types of mushrooms were prized in classical Greece and Rome. American author Cynthia Bertelsen claims in her book “Mushroom: A Global History” that both well-known historical authors, Pliny the Elder and Aristotle, wrote about fungus. She also claims that the Roman philosopher Galen wrote several paragraphs on the collection of wild mushrooms. Cynthia Bertelsen goes on to add that it is likely that China and Japan were the first places to cultivate mushrooms as early as 600 A.D.

But it took time for Americans to accept and become accustomed to mushrooms. In the cookbook “The Virginia Housewife,” mushrooms are mentioned for the first time in America (1824). Campbell’s Cream of Mushroom Soup, a classic American staple for casserole recipes, was created in the 1930s. Bertelsen adds that there may be archaeological proof of the spiritual usage of mushrooms as early as 10000 B.C. There is proof that various cultures, including the Ancient Greeks, the Mayans, the Chinese, and the Vikings, among many others, used hallucinogenic mushrooms.

Humans now consume edible mushrooms regularly, which has greatly boosted the agricultural and agro-economic development of the areas where they are grown. Around half of all farmed edible mushrooms are produced in China, which also accounts for six pounds of yearly mushroom consumption per person among the world’s 1.4 billion inhabitants. With an estimated 194,000 tonnes of yearly edible mushroom exports, Poland was the leading exporter of mushrooms in 2014.

Day of the Mushroom timeline

600 A.D. Earliest Known Cultivation of Mushrooms

Mushrooms are said to have been cultivated as far back in time as 600 A.D. in Japan and China.

1824 The Cookbook “The Virginia Housewife” is Published

The popular American cookbook “The Virginia Housewife” is released.

1966 Cynthia Berthelsen is Born

Berthelsen is born on June 1 and becomes an American author, food expert, and photographer.

2013 “Mushroom: A Global History” is Published

Berthelsen’s book “Mushroom: A Global History” is published.

Day of the Mushroom FAQs

What is Day of the Mushroom?

Day of the Mushroom, celebrated on April 16, is an American holiday created to celebrate the mushroom and its health and ecological benefits.

What are mushrooms?

Mushrooms are the fleshy, spore-bearing fruiting bodies of fungi, which are typically produced anywhere above ground, on soil, or the source of their food.

Are mushrooms edible?

Yes. Some mushrooms taste good and are safe for human consumption.

Day of the Mushroom Activities

Go mushroom hunting

Eat some mushrooms

Share the fun online

It's a good idea to go mushroom hunting on the Day of the Mushroom. Depending on a variety of variables, you can sometimes find mushrooms in your yard or the woods.

Consume some mushrooms! When used as culinary garnishing, several edible mushrooms are quite a delicacy and are also nutritious.

Don't forget to use the hashtag #DayOfTheMushroom to share your mushroom-related fun. Participate in the online discussion.

5 Interesting Facts About Mushrooms

They breathe like humans do

Fruiting bodies of mycelium

Mushrooms can be edible

China produces the most mushrooms

Mushroom spores can survive in space

Similar to how humans breathe, mushrooms take in oxygen and exhale carbon dioxide.

The fruiting body of the mycelium, not the mushroom, is the primary plant. .

Some mushrooms taste good and are safe for human consumption.

In terms of producing edible mushrooms, China leads the world, followed by Japan and then the United States.

Mushroom spores can survive the radiation and vacuum in space.

Why We Love Day of the Mushroom

Some mushrooms are edible

Edible mushrooms are tasty

Mushrooms can be healthy

Some, if not most, mushrooms are edible. That’s just one more source of food for us humans!

Edible mushrooms are actually tasty as well, and they definitely make a good vegan snack. Go pick some today!

Mushrooms are plants, and as such, their consumption is healthy. We love this!

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[achromicrain]

Highland Cow x Inky Cap Mushroom

Funguary Day 18

[beybuniki]

they should go on a fishing trip pt.1

[kimchicatlover]

Day of the Mushroom!

April 16, 2023.

[deerspherestudios]

Day 2 done! For this March event by lazerinth ❤️

[daily-dragon-drawing]

mushroom dragon?

#105 - 魔菇 (mógū / magic shroom) - You may see her hanging out in a forest after a rainy day! 🍄🤎🪵

[amnhnyc]

Looking for a power boost? Don’t count on this fungus! 🍄 The fly agaric (Amanita muscaria) can be spotted on forest floors throughout the Northern Hemisphere, with a range that includes parts of North America and Europe. Its bright red cap may be alluring, but it’s also a warning. Traditionally used as an insecticide, this mushroom is considered toxic to humans. Consumption can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and hallucinations. In rare cases, it can even induce a coma-like state.   

Photo: Holger Krisp, CC BY 3.0, Wikimedia Commons

[themeltingmoons]

Funguary day 1: Mycena Subcyanocephala.

Inspired by Feefal’s diagram-style artwork, I hope maybe to make these into a zine. Delving into the world of mushrooms is fascinating, especially with this particular species, which has only been documented eight times. I felt that since the mushroom has only been seen eight times, she must be very lonely

[hotpotghosts]

[mycoblogg]

FOTD #143 : fairy inkcap! (coprinellus disseminatus)

the fairy inkcap (also fairy bonnet, or trooping crumble cap) is an inkcap agaric fungus in the family psathyrellaceae. they are known for growing in huge clusters !! interestingly, unlike the name implies this fungus does not dissolve into ink in maturity. ^^

the big question : can i bite it?? yes - this species is non-poisonous.

[images : source]

[rabbitcruiser]

Day of the Mushroom

The Day of the Mushroom celebration is celebrated on April 16 and honors all things fungi. The fleshy, spore-bearing fruiting body of a fungus, which can grow anywhere above ground, on soil, or its food source, is known as a mushroom. The white button mushroom, which is grown, is the standard fungus to be called a mushroom. Therefore, fungi with a stem, cap, and gills on the underside of their cap are those to which the term “mushroom” is most frequently applied. The name “mushroom” is also relevant to describing the fleshy fruiting bodies of other Ascomycota because it is used to describe a range of different gilled fungi that may or may not have a stem.

History of Day of the Mushroom

Since they first appeared in early European communities, it is generally assumed that people have been gathering mushrooms since the beginning of time, possibly even in prehistoric times. Truffles and other types of mushrooms were prized in classical Greece and Rome. American author Cynthia Bertelsen claims in her book “Mushroom: A Global History” that both well-known historical authors, Pliny the Elder and Aristotle, wrote about fungus. She also claims that the Roman philosopher Galen wrote several paragraphs on the collection of wild mushrooms. Cynthia Bertelsen goes on to add that it is likely that China and Japan were the first places to cultivate mushrooms as early as 600 A.D.

But it took time for Americans to accept and become accustomed to mushrooms. In the cookbook “The Virginia Housewife,” mushrooms are mentioned for the first time in America (1824). Campbell’s Cream of Mushroom Soup, a classic American staple for casserole recipes, was created in the 1930s. Bertelsen adds that there may be archaeological proof of the spiritual usage of mushrooms as early as 10000 B.C. There is proof that various cultures, including the Ancient Greeks, the Mayans, the Chinese, and the Vikings, among many others, used hallucinogenic mushrooms.

Humans now consume edible mushrooms regularly, which has greatly boosted the agricultural and agro-economic development of the areas where they are grown. Around half of all farmed edible mushrooms are produced in China, which also accounts for six pounds of yearly mushroom consumption per person among the world’s 1.4 billion inhabitants. With an estimated 194,000 tonnes of yearly edible mushroom exports, Poland was the leading exporter of mushrooms in 2014.

Day of the Mushroom timeline

600 A.D.

Earliest Known Cultivation of Mushrooms

Mushrooms are said to have been cultivated as far back in time as 600 A.D. in Japan and China.

1824

The Cookbook “The Virginia Housewife” is Published

The popular American cookbook “The Virginia Housewife” is released.

1966

Cynthia Berthelsen is Born

Berthelsen is born on June 1 and becomes an American author, food expert, and photographer.

2013

“Mushroom: A Global History” is Published

Berthelsen’s book “Mushroom: A Global History” is published.

Day of the Mushroom FAQs

What is Day of the Mushroom?

Day of the Mushroom, celebrated on April 16, is an American holiday created to celebrate the mushroom and its health and ecological benefits.

What are mushrooms?

Mushrooms are the fleshy, spore-bearing fruiting bodies of fungi, which are typically produced anywhere above ground, on soil, or the source of their food.

Are mushrooms edible?

Yes. Some mushrooms taste good and are safe for human consumption.

Day of the Mushroom Activities

Go mushroom hunting: It's a good idea to go mushroom hunting on the Day of the Mushroom. Depending on a variety of variables, you can sometimes find mushrooms in your yard or the woods.

Eat some mushrooms: Consume some mushrooms! When used as culinary garnishing, several edible mushrooms are quite a delicacy and are also nutritious.

Share the fun online: Don't forget to use the hashtag #DayOfTheMushroom to share your mushroom-related fun. Participate in the online discussion.

5 Interesting Facts About Mushrooms

They breathe like humans do: Similar to how humans breathe, mushrooms take in oxygen and exhale carbon dioxide.

Fruiting bodies of mycelium: The fruiting body of the mycelium, not the mushroom, is the primary part.

Mushrooms can be edible: Some mushrooms taste good and are safe for human consumption.

China produces the most mushrooms: In terms of producing edible mushrooms, China leads the world, followed by Japan and then the United States.

Mushroom spores can survive in space: Mushroom spores can survive the radiation and vacuum in space.

Why We Love Day of the Mushroom

Some mushrooms are edible: Some, if not most, mushrooms are edible. That’s just one more source of food for us humans!

Edible mushrooms are tasty: Edible mushrooms are actually tasty as well, and they definitely make a good vegan snack. Go pick some today!

Mushrooms can be healthy: Mushrooms are fungi, and as such, their consumption is healthy. We love this!

Source