Any wild mushroom experts in the house?

[Siwsan]

I found these growing on my back lot. I THINK they might be Coprinus Comatus (shaggy mane), which are edible when picked early, but I'm not risking it. I'm about to mow, so they will soon be history. I might pluck them, first. If they are 'shaggy mane' mushrooms, they will dissolve soon after I pick them.

[MuseRider]

1. I believe you are correct

Shaggy Inkcap. We get them every year here along our gravel drive.

[Siwsan]

4. This is the first time I've seen these

I think the smaller ones would still be good for harvesting but from what I read, they have to be processed quickly after they are picked and produce a whole lot of liquid so there probably isn't much left to use, unless you can harvest a lot.

[MuseRider]

5. I have never even thought

of harvesting them! They are usually practically mush by the next day even if left alone. They can be impressive, I just love seeing them. I doubt I would ever have enough to make much even if I tried but still, they are cool and as big or bigger than my hand. I would be interested in hearing how it goes if you do it!

[DetlefK]

2. If it grows out of yeti pubes, run.

[Siwsan]

3. EEEKKKKK!!

Now I might just mow them down!!