Fungi
The study of fungi is known as Mycology. Genetic studies have shown
that fungi are more closely related to animals than to plants.
Fungi have been used for the production of antibiotics since the early 1940's
and recently, various enzymes produced by fungi are used
industrially and in detergents. Fungi are also used as biological
pesticides to control weeds, plant diseases and insect pests. Many
species produce bioactive compounds called mycotoxins, that are toxic to
animals including humans.
Africa The Veiled Lady
Arizona The Bleeding Tooth
Earthstar Puffball
Bearded Tooth Mushroom
Used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicines, and
have been found to have anti-oxidant properties and can reduce
glucose levels in the blood.
Violet Coral
The "Jelly Ear," is very appropriate common
names for this fungi. Looking at the photos you
can see why people think it looks like the missing part of a Van Gogh self portrait.
Hairy Cup Fungus
Our Local Fungi from South East Queensland
Stinkhorn at Maleny South East Queensland
Does anyone know what fungus group this comes under!
Hypholoma
dull orange/yellow or fawn coloured often growing on stumps in clusters.
Shelf Fungus
