conic waxycap
Definition
Noun: * A type of mushroom (fungus) characterized by a sharply conical or cone-shaped cap and dry stalks (stems).
Examples
- The conic waxycap is often found in mossy areas of coniferous forests.
- Mycologists identified the small, pointed mushrooms as conic waxycaps.
- Unlike some other waxycaps, the conic waxycap has a distinctly dry stem.
Advanced Usage
- The term is primarily used in mycology (the study of fungi) for precise identification. It is often part of a formal species name, such as .
- In field guides, the conic waxycap is noted for its tendency to bruise or age to black, which is a key identifying feature.
Variants and Related Words
- Waxycap (n.): The common name for fungi in the genus , known for their often brightly colored, waxy-feeling caps.
- Hygrocybe conica (n.): The scientific (Latin) name for the conic waxycap.
Synonyms
- Conical waxycap: A minor spelling variant with the same meaning.
- Witch's hat: A common name for this mushroom, referring to its distinctive pointed shape.
Notes on Different Meanings
This term has a single, specific meaning in biology and mycology. It does not have other common definitions or usages outside of describing this particular fungus.
Noun
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a fungus having an acutely conic cap and dry stalks
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