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Spring · April 2026

Mushrooms in April

42 species of mushrooms in Europe — 22 edible, 4 poisonous. The list updates automatically from the MycoNote database.

April is the month of morels and spring excitement. Morels come up in broadleaf woods, copses and along forest edges — wonderfully fragrant, with brown, honeycombed caps. They're one of the most prized spring mushrooms: once properly cooked, they become a true delicacy. Wood blewits tint the forest floor violet, and parasol mushrooms peek out in the meadows. April is fickle — frosts come back — but when sun and moisture line up, a trip to the woods is a must.

💡 Forager's tip: Morels grow in damp broadleaf woods near old trees. Always boil them before eating — they're never eaten raw.

Which mushrooms grow in April in Europe

12

Edible

10

Conditionally edible

4

Poisonous

0

Deadly poisonous

In April in Europe you can come across 42 species of mushrooms. Of these, 22 edible and conditionally edible species are good to pick. Be careful: among the active species, 4 are dangerous. Before you pick, check the lookalike comparisons.

Which mushrooms grow in April

In April Europe has 42 species of mushrooms in season: 22 edible and conditionally edible ones that are good to pick, and 4 dangerous ones. Morels come up in broadleaf woods, copses and along forest edges — wonderfully fragrant, with brown, honeycombed caps The full list of April mushrooms with photos and descriptions is in the catalog below.

When should you go mushroom picking in April? Morels grow in damp broadleaf woods near old trees. Always boil them before eating — they're never eaten raw. The general rule: head out 5–10 days after a heavy rain, when daytime temperatures are 15–25°C (59–77°F). April is part of the spring mushroom season, so look there for the big picture of the season.

Poisonous mushrooms in April

In April there are 4 species of dangerous mushrooms in season. Many of them look like edible species — never put a mushroom in your basket if you have any doubt about it.

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All mushrooms of April in Europe

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Frequently asked questions about mushrooms in April

Which mushrooms grow in April in Europe?

In April Europe has 42 species of mushrooms in season: 12 edible, 10 conditionally edible and 4 poisonous. Morels grow in damp broadleaf woods near old trees. Always boil them before eating — they're never eaten raw.

When should you go mushroom picking in April?

Morels grow in damp broadleaf woods near old trees. Always boil them before eating — they're never eaten raw. Head out 5–10 days after a heavy rain, when daytime temperatures are 15–25°C (59–77°F).

Are there poisonous mushrooms in April?

Yes, in April there are 4 species of dangerous mushrooms in season. Check every mushroom before you pick it, and never put anything in your basket if you have doubts.

What is spring like for mushroom foragers in Europe?

Spring is the time of the first mushrooms after winter. Morels, Tricholoma species, and the first chanterelles at the end of May. Temperatures are unsteady — keep an eye on the forecast.

Where to pick mushrooms in April in Europe?

The most reliable places are mountain forests and damp pine woods: they hold moisture longer. But mushrooms in April grow all over Europe — the key is to head out 5–10 days after a heavy rain.

How many mushroom species can you find in April?

According to MycoNote, in April Europe has 42 species of mushrooms in season. Of these, 22 are edible or conditionally edible and good to pick, and 4 are dangerous. The full list with photos and descriptions is further down this page.

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