fungi: discover the science and secrets behind the world of mushrooms
- Description
- faq
did you know that fungi put the fizz in champagne and the flavor in chocolate? fungi is everywhere we look in a forest, under the sea, and in the kitchen.
in this beautiful book, leading fungal biologists lynne boddy and ali ashby bring you closer to 300 species of mushrooms and lichens through fascinating facts, mushroom datasets, and detailed illustrations. discover some of the fastest speeds in nature, specimens that glow in the dark, and fungi that clean up oil spills.
humans have had a close relationship with mushrooms for thousands of years-from using the shiitake for healing, to telling stories of enchanted fairy rings, to cooking gourmet dishes with rare specimens. bringing together technology, medicine, food, culture, and nature, this fascinating book will open your eyes to the wonders of the hidden kingdom all around us.
with tips for mushroom spotting in any habitat, species identification notes, a grow-your-own guide, and more, this book is the ultimate fungi lover's companion.
delivery
we offer delivery to paducah and the surrounding areas monday- saturday. orders must be placed by 1pm for same day delivery mon-fri and 12 pm for same day delivery on saturday.
delivery fee is based on mileage from the shop.
0-1 miles $5
1-5 miles $10
5-10 miles $15
10-15 miles $20
please call the shop for deliveries outside of our delivery area and we will accommodate if possible.
delivery contact info
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return policy- fresh florals
we do everything we can to provide fresh, beautiful florals. that being said, it’s important to remember that fresh flowers are delicate and require care. included with each wrap or arrangement is a care card with instructions on how to keep your florals fresh for as long as possible. if you are not satisfied with the longevity of your arrangement, please email us within 72 hours of pickup or delivery date. we ask that you include photos and a description of quality issue. in the event of a valid quality issue, an exchange for a new bouquet or arrangement will be made. we do not offer refunds. we also cannot offer refunds based on taste or preference. if no requests are made, the designers will use the freshest and prettiest flowers. this allows us to create beautiful, unique arrangements. please remember that art is subjective. we take pride in everything we send out. unless there is a quality issue with the life of the flowers, we cannot offer refunds or replacements.
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