With Hubby being an Arborist we use tree mulch on the non - veggie gardens and we often have unusual looking fungi growing.
This is a new one that I have not seen before and I was quite intrigued by the make up with what appeared to be a glossy sticky top and a fine net like wrap around the trunk.
Hubby was also amused by the fact it was quite phallic looking.
The netting was very delicate and when I tried to touch it it broke so I stopped touching after that especially since I was unsure if it was toxic.
Have you had anything strange or unusual appear in you garden before?
Yes that is an interesting looking object and I would have to agree with your husband on it's description/shape. Regards Kathy A, Brisbane
ReplyDeleteNature produces some amazing things doesn't it.
DeleteYou knew that you were going to get lots of comments with regards to its appearance, didnt you? Good Grief, my hubby almost jumped across the bed to see what it was i was looking at. Mother Nature is a mad scientist.
ReplyDeleteYes Lynda but I think it would have been worse if I used the title 'I grew a Penis' or 'A phallus in the garden' I am sure I would have ended up with a lot more views, maybe I should change the title?
DeleteHaha nature has a great sense on humor. I have not had anything that interesting pop up in my garden. Clare
ReplyDeleteYes Clare it is pretty amusing
DeleteI did a quick Google search and it looks like it is a Stinkhorn fungi http://www.photographsofaustralia.com/other_images/pages/Fungus_Phallus_multicolor_MG_3843.htm.
ReplyDeleteSo it not only looks funny but its name will send you into a fit of giggles. Bonus
DeleteYes Jan that is what it is and it does have a smell but it is away from thee house so not an issue. Great name though thanks Jan
DeleteI've had those grow in my garden as well, and they can get really smelly...they are very unusual...
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