The Real Mushroom Kingdom Is More Interesting than What Mario Has Seen

Compared to flowers, mushrooms don’t get as much attention. Most people haven’t seen mushrooms except as pale umbrella shaped growths. The users on Bored Panda brought together a collection of photographs that expand one’s perspective on mushrooms. They show mushrooms in various shapes and beautiful colors. Some look typical and others look otherworldly. What’s clear is the mushroom kingdom has a lot more depth and variety than most people know. (Above: Hairy Mycena)

 Puffballs

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 Mycena Chlorophos

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 Marasmius Haematocephalus

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 Rhodotus Palmatus

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 Phallus Indusiatus

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 Amethyst Deceiver

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 Schizophyllum Commune

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 Clathrus Ruber

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 Panus Fasciatus

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 Porcelain Fungus

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 Lepiota

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Cup Fungus

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 Leratiomyces

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Hydnellum Packii

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 Cyathus Striatus

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 Coprinus Comatus

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Gaestrum Minimum

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 Aseroe Rubra

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Morchella Esulenta

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 Crepidotus

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 Tiny Golden Mushrooms

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 Chorioactic

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