Law concerning the collection of mushrooms. Country/Territory Switzerland Territorial subdivision Ticino Document type Legislation Date 2005 (2009) Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Wild flora Offences/penalties Protection of species Geographical area Alps, Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North-East Atlantic, Western Europe Entry into force notes The present Law enters into force on 1September 2005. Abstract Article 1 establishes that the collection of fungi should be done in full respect of their living space and the natural environment in general. In particular, it is forbidden to destroy the mushrooms that are not collected, or make use of rakes, shovels or any other tool that can cause damage to the environment or fungi. The text consists of 7 articles. Full text Italian Website www.ti.ch