HYDNUM REGINAE

Welcome to the captivating world of Queen's Hedgehog, an extraordinary species of lumpy, white fungi that thrives within the ancient beech woodland of Surrey, England. This fascinating mushroom emits a subtly sweet fragrance that calls out to explorers, enticing them to discover its hidden treasures. As you venture deeper into the enchanting woodland, Queen's Hedgehog reveals its interesting flavors, starting with a gentle and mild soap-like essence that gradually gives way to a pleasant touch of bitterness Amidst the timeless beauty of the woodland, Queen's Hedgehog invites you to immerse yourself in its sensory wonders, where nature's simplicity becomes a captivating and magical experience.

Carpotrochecaceresiae

In the lush rainforests of Nicaragua and Honduras, a remarkable tree has been discovered This newly found species pays tribute to the legacy of the courageous Indigenous Honduran environmental activist, Berta Cáceres, who tragically lost her life in 2016 while opposing a hydroelectric project The tree has been aptly named in her honor Setting itself apart from its relative, the Carpotroche Platypteraby, which bears red fruits, this tree stands out with its green fruits. Previously, the two species had been mistakenly identified as one, but now, this extraordinaryfindshedslightonthedistinctivenessoftheBertaCácerestree,representingasymbolofresilience andenvironmentalstewardshipinthefaceofadversity

Gomphostemmaphetchaburiense

a leafy herb adorned with striking dark pink flowers, thrives at the entrance of a limestone cave in southwest Thailand However, the future of this unique plant is at risk, as only 50 individuals remain The primary threat to their survival arises from the droppings of rock pigeons inhabiting the vicinity, constantly endangering their delicate existence The uncertain future faced by Gomphostemma Phetchaburiense serves as a reminder of the challenges encountered by endangered species in their fight for survival, underscoring the pressing need for conservationeffortstosafeguardthisfragileherbfromfurtherdecline