Giant Funnel      Taken at Strathclyde Park on 29th October 2022 using Panasonic Lumix TZ70 in macro mode. Taken at Tyninghame Bay on 2nd October 2022 using Panasonic Lumix TZ70 in macro mode. Giant Funnel. Species: Order: Family: A.K.A. Leucopaxillus giganteus. Agaricales. Tricholomataceae. Habitat: Cap Diameter: Stem: Season: Edibility: Near hedgerows or on woodland edges. Some up to 45 cms, although they can be much smaller leading to mis-identification 2 - 3 cms diameter, 4 - 6 cms tall. August - Early November. Generally considered edible although its flavour is said to be far from great.  It is advisable to try a small portion initially, as some people suffer adverse reactions that can include stomach pains, diarrhoea and sweating. When picking any fungus for consumption, caution should be exercised at all times.