Recently seen in Scripps Ranch and probably from the rain a few weeks back this mushroom is Coprinus comatus. It is edible when newly emerged but will turn black, sticky and unappealing soon after being picked.
photo courtesy of A. Jones
Day: December 17, 2025
Blue Potato BushBlue Potato Bush
In full flower for the second time this year is Lyciainthes rantonnetii, a stalwart of color for San Diego gardens. Native to South America.
photo from C. Fitzgerald