Edible mushrooms of the Carpathians

Found 1 species

The Carpathian mushroom season lasts from June to October and peaks in August and September. Here are the mushrooms most often gathered in the Carpathians, with their poisonous look-alikes. Never identify a mushroom from a photo alone: if in doubt, leave it.

Can be seen now Clear all

Edible only after cookingIn season nowHoney fungusArmillaria melleaHoney fungus mushrooms grow in large clusters on stumps and trees. Conditionally edible: only after thorough cooking. Season – August to October.

Sections

Animals of the Carpathians Birds of the Carpathians Reptiles and amphibians of the Carpathians Fish of the Carpathians Insects of the Carpathians Flowers of the Carpathians Trees and shrubs of the Carpathians Berries of the Carpathians Medicinal plants of the Carpathians Mushrooms of the Carpathians

Collections

Poisonous mushrooms of the Carpathians Poisonous berries of the Carpathians Red Data Book plants of the Carpathians Red Data Book animals of the Carpathians Flora and fauna of the Carpathians

FAQ

When is mushroom season in the Carpathians?

The first porcini and chanterelles appear in June, but the main season is August and September. Honey fungus fruits en masse in September and October.

Which Carpathian mushrooms are the most dangerous?

The deadly death cap (mistaken for field mushrooms and russulas) and the funeral bell (mistaken for honey fungus). The fly agaric, the panther cap and the brown roll-rim are poisonous too.

Never identify a mushroom from a photo alone. If in doubt, leave it. In case of poisoning call 112 (103 in Ukraine) at once.

Distribution data: GBIF.org (CC0 and CC BY records), iNaturalist; names and identifiers: Wikidata (CC0). Text: Karpaty.rocks, checked 10.11.2026.