Hi Folks, My name is Steve, I moved to Windsor On. 5 yrs ago from the Uk. and as such am still coming across many new things, the latest though is worrying me, we have had what appears to be fungus growing in the mulch we put down earlier this year, at first I thought it was animal vomit, but having cleared it 3 times it keeps re-appearing though not in the same spot, I have attached pictures as I am worried that it may be dangerous to my dog or young nephews, any help or information anyone can provide would be greatly appreciated. Steve
A slime mould. A decay organism that rots down mulch and other dead plant matter in the soil. Beneficial in the garden.
Michael Thanks for the information, is there any danger to animals or kids, should I just leave it to take its course or treat it with anything? Steve
Just leave it to take its course. The likelihood of anyone trying to eat it is very low. The above-ground spore body doesn't last long.
Looks like Fuligo septica (aka dog vomit slime mould). Lots of good info on the web, I like this one : http://waynesword.palomar.edu/slime1.htm (scroll down a bit). Your photos look like the mature aethalium pictures on the webpage above. Lucky you - I'd love to have this in my back garden :)
