mushrooms

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“Recent rains have contributed to the resurgence of poisonous wild mushrooms in California, including in Napa,” said a statement from Dr. Christine Wu, Napa County’s public health officer.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

In the early 1980s, that included dumpster-diving at Kroger, where we scavenged perfectly good food—fresh mushrooms, wheels of cheese, pineapples—that we couldn’t afford to buy.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

Trees colonized by golden oyster mushrooms contained far fewer fungal species, and the overall mix of fungi was altered compared to unaffected trees.

From Science Daily • Apr. 24, 2026

Inspired by mushrooms, coral reefs and a renegade aesthetic influenced more by experience than formal education, it’s the culmination of 25 years of learning and design for the Pennsylvania-born, California-based Flemming brothers.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

Blusher mushrooms aren’t dangerous if you don’t drink the red liquid.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black