Jack-o'-lantern Mushroom
Omphalotus olearius
Family: Omphalotaceae (Fungus family)Native: Europe and North AmericaIdentified: Jan 8, 2026
An orange to yellowish-brown mushroom that grows in clusters on decaying wood. It is known for its bioluminescent properties, having gills that glow faintly green in total darkness.
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This is a wild fungus, not a plant, and cannot be grown in a traditional garden setting. It thrives naturally on decaying hardwood stumps or buried wood. Caution: Do not consume as it is toxic.