Lepiotaceae (Noun)
Meaning
A family of fungi having free gills and a cap that is cleanly separable from the stalk.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Lepiotaceae is a diverse family of fungi commonly found in rich soils of woodlands and fields.
- Fungi enthusiasts often search for members of the Lepiotaceae family in autumn when they are most abundant.
- Some species within the Lepiotaceae family can be safely consumed, but caution is necessary due to the presence of poisonous lookalikes.
- The parasol mushrooms are popular edible fungi and belong to the Lepiotaceae family.
- Research on Lepiotaceae family has led to the development of new antibiotics derived from fungal compounds.