304, col illus throughout. 239x198mm. HB. NEW. . Discover the fascinating stories behind 300 species of fungi and understand the world of mushrooms like never before!Did you know that fungi put the fizz in champagne and the flavour in chocolate? Fungi is everywhere we look: in a forest, under the sea, and in the kitchen. In this beautiful book, leading fungal biologists Lynne Boddy and Ali Ashby bring you closer to 300 species of mushrooms and lichens through fascinating facts, mushroom datasets, and detailed illustrations. Discover some of the fastest speeds in nature, specimens that glow in the dark, and fungi that clean up oil spills.Humans have had a close relationship with mushrooms for thousands of years - from using the shiitake for healing, to telling stories of enchanted fairy rings, and cooking gourmet dishes with rare specimens. Bringing together technology, medicine, food, culture, and nature, this fascinating book will open your eyes to the wonders of the hidden kingdom all around us. [9780241612965].

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Title

Fungi: Discover the Science and Secrets Behind the World of Mushrooms

Publisher

Dorling Kindersley

Publication Date

2023

Language

English

ISBN 10

0241612969

ISBN 13

9780241612965

Binding

Hardcover

Condition

NEW

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BOTANY,FUNGI

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Once classed as plants, fungi are now recognized as a separate kingdom of more than 5 million species, from microscopic yeasts to some of the largest organisms on the planet. Illustrated with detailed and accurate drawings, this handbook explains their evolution, structure, reproduction and vital role in ecosystems, before describing the many families, genera and species, and their value as food and medicine, offering advice on identification and safe foraging.

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