Coprinellus
Scientific name: Coprinellus
Coprinellus
Scientific name: Coprinellus
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Description
Coprinellus are a group of fungi known for their distinctive small and often fragile mushrooms. They typically appear in clusters on decaying wood or rich organic soil. A notable feature of some species in this group is the way their caps dissolve into an inky liquid upon maturity, a process known as deliquescence. This helps them disperse their spores. Many coprinellus species also exhibit rapid growth, often appearing shortly after rain.
Species of Coprinellus
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gilled fungi Family
Coprinaceae Genus
Coprinellus