Hallucinogenic and Poisonous Mushroom Field Guide: H

by Gary P. Menser A reliable reference that shows readers how to identify, collect, and dry wild mushroom samples. Detailed, to scale line drawings accompany concise descriptions of the habitat of each species, along with information on its fruiting cycle and geographical range. The chemical qualities of both poisonous and psychoactive fungi are clearly explained. This unique book features: How to collect, identify, and dry samples, Useful keys and charts, Chemical qualities of psychoactive species, Genus and species detailed information, Taxonomy and identifying characteristics, Latin, microscopic and macroscopic glossaries, Fifty drawings and 32 color plates. 146 pages, paperback, 4.5x7.5