Waxcap  (Hygrocybe)

Crimson Waxcap

Crimson Waxcap (Hygrocybe punicea)
Edibility:     edible
Frequency: common

Meadow Waxcap

Meadow Waxcap (Hygrocybe pratensis)
Edibility:     edible good
Frequency: common

Scarlet Waxcap

Scarlet Waxcap (Hygrocybe coccinea)
Edibility:     edible
Frequency: common

Snowy Waxcap

Snowy Waxcap (Hygrocybe virginea)
Edibility:     edible good
Frequency: very common

What to do when mushroom collecting

Once you've arrives at your chosen mushroom foraging location what next?

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