The Peculiar Herbarium Archives

Fungus From Nightmares: Discovery of Mushroom With ‘Teeth’

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The “mushroom with teeth” has tooth-shaped extensions beneath its cap, a fascinating new fungal discovery.

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Deep in the ancient Epic of Gilgamesh lies a magical tale about a plant that promised eternal youth.

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The blue lotus might look like just another beautiful flower, but in ancient Egypt, it was known to induce altered states of consciousness.

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The Middle Ages is infamous for crazy myths, but nothing could be more bizarre than the legend of “The vegetable lamb of Tartary.