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Stropharia (Noun)

Meaning

Genus of gill fungi with brown spores that is closely related to Agaricus; here placed in its own family Strophariaceae.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • Stropharia rugosoannulata is a species of fungus in the family Strophariaceae, commonly found in fields and meadows.
  • The genus Stropharia is characterized by its brown spores and gill-like structures, which distinguish it from other types of fungi.
  • Stropharia species are often found growing in clusters on decaying organic matter, such as wood chips or compost piles.
  • Some species of Stropharia are edible, but they can be difficult to distinguish from poisonous lookalikes, so caution is advised when foraging for wild mushrooms.
  • Stropharia fungi have been studied for their potential medicinal properties, including antimicrobial and antitumor activities.

Synonyms

  • Ring-stalked Fungus
  • Genus Stropharia
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