Genus Entoloma (Noun)
Meaning
Agarics with pink spores but lacking both volva and annulus (includes some that are poisonous).
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Entoloma is a large genus of pink-spored agarics that can be found in a wide range of habitats worldwide.
- Some species within the genus Entoloma are edible, but many others are poisonous and should be avoided.
- The genus Entoloma is often difficult to identify due to the similarity of its species and the lack of distinctive features.
- Entoloma species are typically small to medium-sized mushrooms with conical or bell-shaped caps and slender stems.
- Mushroom enthusiasts should exercise extreme caution when attempting to identify species within the genus Entoloma due to the potential for poisoning.