Pluteus
Scientific name: Pluteus
Pluteus
Scientific name: Pluteus
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Description
Pluteus is a group of fungi known for their free, pink gills underneath the cap, which separate easily from the stem. They typically grow on decaying wood in forests, aiding in the decomposition process. Some species exhibit beautiful, umbrella-like caps often adorned with scales or textures. Found worldwide, they play a crucial ecological role by breaking down dead plant material, enriching the soil with nutrients for other plants and organisms.
Species of Pluteus
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gilled fungi Family
Pluteaceae mushrooms Genus
Pluteus