Fungi, Mushrooms & Lichens Playing Cards - Other

Play card games and explore the fascinating world of fungi with this beautifully illustrated deck from the Art of Nature series.

Fungi are among nature's most essential and enchanting organisms, and the Fungi, Mushrooms & Lichens Playing Cards showcase their diversity, beauty, and ecological importance. Featuring the colored-pencil artwork of illustrator and naturalist Mel Bry, each card presents a different North American species of fungus, mushroom, or lichen--meticulously rendered to highlight unique shapes, textures, and colors. From delicate coral fungi to otherworldly cup mushrooms, Mel's illustrations capture the quiet significance of these vital life forms. Her work encourages players to pause, look closer, and discover the wonder in nature's hidden details.

Mushrooms are culturally significant--appearing in art, decor, and design as symbols of curiosity, connection, and renewal. This deck taps into that fascination, combining timeless natural beauty with a modern, collectible appeal. Designed for nature enthusiasts, art lovers, and gift buyers alike, the Fungi, Mushrooms & Lichens Playing Cards can be used for family game nights, classroom learning, or as a miniature gallery of natural illustrations. Elegant yet durable, the deck makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who delights in the beauty of the natural world.

Card Features

• 54 beautifully illustrated species of fungi, mushrooms, and lichens


• Original colored-pencil art by Mel Bry


• Perfect for playing, learning, collecting, or gifting