Volva (Noun)
Meaning
Cuplike structure around the base of the stalk of certain fungi.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The mushroom's volva was partially buried in the soil, indicating that it had grown underground before emerging.
- A volva typically forms around the base of the stem in Amanita mushrooms, serving as a protective covering during development.
- After a rainstorm, the volva of the poisonous Destroying Angel mushroom began to swell, releasing its deadly spores.
- Some species of fungi, such as the volva-bearing false morel, are highly prized for their unique and intricate shapes.
- In some fungi, the volva may break apart or remain intact, providing an important identification characteristic for mycologists.