Volvariaceae (Noun)
Meaning
A family of fungi belonging to the order Agaricales.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Volvariaceae is a family of fungi that are typically small to medium-sized, and the fruiting bodies usually appear in clusters on the ground or on decaying organic matter.
- The genus Volvariella is one of the most well-known genera in the Volvariaceae family, containing species that range in cap size, shape, and color.
- Volvariaceae species can be found in various habitats, from woodland edges to urban lawns, provided there is suitable organic material for them to decompose.
- Some members of the Volvariaceae family are edible and considered delicacies, such as the Volvariella volvacea, while others may be poisonous.
- A few species within the Volvariaceae family have been reported to form symbiotic relationships with certain types of bacteria, which aid in nutrient uptake from the environment.