Elders

Recognition of the ancestral relationships between Fungi and other organisms, be them known or not, is fundamental for the preservation and/or conservation of People & Planet.

Goals

Recognition of ancestral relationships between humans and Fungi through the first ethnomycological dynamic map of all documented interactions.

Our Work

[Credit: Carolina Magnasco]

Ancestral Uses

We have cataloged over 180 mushroom uses in over 38 different countries, thus creating one of the most comprehensive ethnomycological indexes in the world. We are currently developing an interactive virtual map, according to Fungi Foundation’s Ethical Guidelines.

Review our Ethical Guidelines

[Credit: Marios Levi]

Old-Growth Forests

These forests have been important witnesses of human and climatic history, storing a large amount of information. They have a high resilience capacity, with high concentrations of organic matter and carbon storage, and hold a large, and sometimes unique, diversity of plant, animal and fungi species. We are working on a unified definition of old-growth forests that recognizes their importance on the ecosystems and their ancestral history to increase scientific explorations and protect them.

Soon

[Credit: Marios Levi]

Historias y Memorias Mazateca

The Mazatec people shared their knowledge of the use of psilocybin with the world. The psychedelic space owes everything to their generosity and altruism.

Historias y Memorias Mazatecas is a project born from the dedication of a Mazatec family to preserve and celebrate their traditions and cultural heritage and it needs our support now. It's time for us to give back.

Learn more about Mazateca History

Do you want to share an ancestral use of Fungi that’s touched your life? Is there something you read or maybe your grandparents told you about? We would love to hear about your experience.

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