Himalayan balsam, a Third Schedule Invasive species in Limerick city

Veon ecologists recorded Himalayan Balsam while conducting surveys for the Hedgerow Appraisal Scheme in Limerick city, right on the banks of the river Shannon. Himalayan balsam is a Third Schedule Invasive species. Himalayan balsam (Impatiens glandulifera) is an invasive annual plant species which is native to the western Himalayas. It was first introduced to Europe … Read more

Orange Peel Fungus (Aleuria aurantia)

Aleuria aurantia, commonly known as the orange peel fungus or the orange cup fungus, is a species of fungi belonging to the family Pyronemataceae. It is characterized by its vibrant orange or reddish-orange cup-shaped fruiting body, which resembles a small orange peel or a shallow bowl. This fungus is widespread in Ireland and can be … Read more