The birch polypore only grows on Birch trees. This leathery bracket fungus has a rounded, coffee-coloured cap that was once used for sharpening tools, hence its other name: the 'Razorstrop…

This common fungus puffs out clouds of spores when it's mature.

This football-sized fungus can be seen in autumn, sometimes growing on grass verges.

This fascinating cup fungus is a lovely thing to stumble upon -should you be lucky enough!

This big, beautiful fungus is a common one that can often be spotted popping out of trees.

Chicken of the woods is a sulphur-yellow bracket fungus of trees in woods, parks and gardens. It can often be found in tiered clusters on oak, but also likes beech, chestnut, cherry and even yew…

The classic fairy tale toadstool, this red and white fungus is often found beneath birch trees in autumn.