Westmecklenburg's Mushroom Guru Discovers Giant Edible Champignon
Westmecklenburg's only mushroom consultant, Phillip Buchfink, has discovered a giant edible champignon. However, it belongs to the anise champignon group, known for accumulating heavy metals, so moderation is key. Buchfink, leading a group focused on mushroom species education, has been studying fungi for six years.
Buchfink, who has collected common edible mushrooms since childhood, prefers hedgehog mushrooms, chanterelles, autumn truffles, and morels. He cautions against poisonous woods champignons like the carbon-champignon and advises caution when foraging. Knollenblätterpilze, commonly found, also pose identification challenges due to dangerous species.
Buchfink offers voluntary mushroom counseling, checking and explaining finds. New species like the False Red Cap bolete have reached the region. Despite his expertise, Buchfink has not eaten the Buchenschleimrübling due to its thin flesh and thick slime layer, but it is edible.
Phillip Buchfink's educational walks are always fully booked, reflecting his popularity as the only mushroom consultant in Westmecklenburg. His focus on education and safety ensures responsible mushroom foraging in the region.
