Whether you're a seasoned forager, an avid gardener, or just a whimsical nature lover, choosing a name for your mushroom can be a fun way to express its unique character. Here are 30 ideas inspired by appearance, folklore, and a touch of fantasy:

Inspired by Appearance

1. Pixie Parasol: For mushrooms with delicate caps.
2. Coral Crown: Evokes the branching shapes of certain mushrooms.
3. Elf Bonnet: A whimsical name for a mushroom with a whimsically shaped cap.
4. Buttercup: Ideal for a small, yellow mushroom.
5. Crimson Crown: For a striking mushroom with a vibrant red cap.
6. Inky Cap: References the way certain mushrooms dissolve into a black, inky substance.
7. Earth Star: For puffball mushrooms with unique star-shaped patterns.
8. Shaggy Mane: Describes the distinct texture of this edible mushroom.

Inspired by Folklore and Myth

9. Fairy Ring: References the circular patterns some mushrooms form, associated with fairy gatherings.
10. Goblin Cup: Evokes a mischievous creature of the forest.
11. Witch's Hat: For a tall, conical-capped mushroom with a touch of spookiness.
12. Dryad's Saddle: References the tree-dwelling nymphs of Greek mythology.
13. Will-o'-the-Wisp: Inspired by the flickering lights associated with folklore.
14. Toadstool: A classic and whimsical name with a hint of caution.

Whimsical and Imaginative Names

15. Moonlight Button: For a small, white mushroom with a rounded cap.
16. Teardrop: Describes the shape of some delicate mushrooms.
17. Cloudpuff: Evokes the soft texture and appearance of certain fluffy mushrooms.
18. Moonstone: For a pale, luminescent-looking mushroom.
19. Smurf House: If your mushroom looks like a miniature dwelling.
20. Acorn Cap: For a tiny mushroom with a cap resembling an acorn.
21. Honeycomb: Inspired by hexagonal patterns that can occur on mushroom caps.
22. Bells of the Forest: For a cluster of delicate, bell-shaped mushrooms.

Scientific-Inspired

23. Mycena: A genus of small, often bioluminescent mushrooms.
24. Amanita: A genus containing visually striking, sometimes poisonous mushrooms.
25. Lactarius: A genus known for its milky sap.
26. Morchella: Refers to the prized and delicious morel mushrooms.
27. Pleurotus: The genus of the common oyster mushroom.

References

• Mushroom Appreciation: Common Types of Mushrooms
• The Spruce Eats: Types of Mushrooms

Important Disclaimer: Before consuming any wild mushrooms, accurate identification with an expert is essential. Many mushrooms are poisonous!