Coprinus (Noun)
Meaning
Genus of black-spotted agarics in which the cap breaks down at maturity into an inky fluid; sometimes placed in its own family Coprinaceae.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Coprinus genus is often observed breaking down into inky fluid, particularly after a heavy rain.
- In mycology, the Coprinus is placed in the family Agaricaceae, though some sources also reference its possible classification within the Coprinaceae.
- Mature specimens from the genus Coprinus display this characteristic inky fluid breakdown that helps facilitate its spore dispersal method.
- Enthusiastic amateur mycologists often specifically search out Coprinus because of the distinct characteristics associated with this species.
- Autodigestion of the cap after maturity into said inky fluid is among key distinguishing features used to define a mushroom of the Coprinus type.