The Secrets of the Fungal World: Discovering the Mushrooms of the Geneva Botanical Garden

Description

Present in our daily lives – from our plates (bread, cheese, beer) to our medicines – fungi also perform essential functions in nature, such as the decomposition of dead organic matter or symbiotic associations, notably with trees. And they are not plants! They do not photosynthesize and are more closely related, evolutionarily speaking, to animals. During this visit, we will explore the visible species in autumn that produce fruiting bodies observable with the naked eye, commonly called mushrooms. You will learn to recognize their morphologies, differentiate species, and understand their vital role in ecosystems. An engaging immersion into a hidden but essential world!

Highlights

• Discovering fungi at the Botanical Garden
• Exploring species visible in autumn
• Learning about their role in ecosystems

General Information

This guided tour at the Conservatory and Botanical Gardens of Geneva allows exploring the fascinating world of fungi. Participants will learn to recognize different species and their ecological importance.

Location

Chemin de l'Impératrice 1, 1292 Chambésy, Switzerland

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