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Autumn · November 2026

Mushrooms in November

119 species of mushrooms in Europe — 76 edible, 11 poisonous. The list updates automatically from the MycoNote database.

November is a time of farewells and surprises. Most mushrooms are gone, but this is exactly when the velvet shank (Flammulina velutipes) appears — the first cold is its signal. Honey-orange caps on frozen willow and poplar stumps are one of the loveliest sights of the autumn forest. In warm Novembers you can still come across late honey fungus and the odd bay bolete. The forest turns quiet and see-through — and the mushrooms that remain can be spotted from far away.

💡 Forager's tip: Velvet shank appears after the first frosts. Look on willows and poplars near water. In warm spells it can keep fruiting right into December.

Which mushrooms grow in November in Europe

50

Edible

26

Conditionally edible

11

Poisonous

0

Deadly poisonous

In November in Europe you can come across 119 species of mushrooms. Of these, 76 edible and conditionally edible species are good to pick. Be careful: among the active species, 11 are dangerous. Before you pick, check the lookalike comparisons.

Which mushrooms grow in November

In November Europe has 119 species of mushrooms in season: 76 edible and conditionally edible ones that are good to pick, and 11 dangerous ones. Most mushrooms are gone, but this is exactly when the velvet shank (Flammulina velutipes) appears — the first cold is its signal The full list of November mushrooms with photos and descriptions is in the catalog below.

When should you go mushroom picking in November? Velvet shank appears after the first frosts. Look on willows and poplars near water. In warm spells it can keep fruiting right into December. The general rule: head out 5–10 days after a heavy rain, when daytime temperatures are 15–25°C (59–77°F). November is part of the autumn mushroom season, so look there for the big picture of the season.

Poisonous mushrooms in November

In November there are 11 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 November in Europe

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Frequently asked questions about mushrooms in November

Which mushrooms grow in November in Europe?

In November Europe has 119 species of mushrooms in season: 50 edible, 26 conditionally edible and 11 poisonous. Velvet shank appears after the first frosts. Look on willows and poplars near water. In warm spells it can keep fruiting right into December.

When should you go mushroom picking in November?

Velvet shank appears after the first frosts. Look on willows and poplars near water. In warm spells it can keep fruiting right into December. Head out 5–10 days after a heavy rain, when daytime temperatures are 15–25°C (59–77°F).

Are there poisonous mushrooms in November?

Yes, in November there are 11 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 autumn like for mushroom foragers in Europe?

Fall is the peak of the mushroom season in Europe. September and October bring the richest harvest: honey fungus, saffron milk caps, milk caps and boletes. Head out while the warmth holds.

Where to pick mushrooms in November in Europe?

The most reliable places are mountain forests and damp pine woods: they hold moisture longer. But mushrooms in November 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 November?

According to MycoNote, in November Europe has 119 species of mushrooms in season. Of these, 76 are edible or conditionally edible and good to pick, and 11 are dangerous. The full list with photos and descriptions is further down this page.

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