Contumyces
Scientific name: Contumyces
Contumyces
Scientific name: Contumyces
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Contumyces is a genus of mushrooms that you can only find in the Northern Hemisphere. These mushrooms grow directly in soil and prefer sandy or silty conditions, beside grasses and moss. The genus is named for the Italian mycologist and criminal court judge Marco E. Contu.