lepiota rhacodes
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Definition
- Noun:
- A type of edible mushroom: "Lepiota rhacodes" is the scientific name for a specific species of agaric mushroom. It is characterized by a large cap covered in brown scales and a thick stalk.
Usage
- This term is used in scientific, mycological (fungus study), and foraging contexts to precisely identify this mushroom species.
- It is typically used in its full binomial nomenclature form "Lepiota rhacodes". The common name is "Shaggy Parasol".
Examples
- Noun:
- We found several specimens of Lepiota rhacodes in the pine forest.
- Lepiota rhacodes is considered a good edible mushroom when properly identified and cooked.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomy, the genus name "Lepiota" is always capitalized, while the species epithet "rhacodes" is not.
- It may be abbreviated in scientific writing after first use as .
Variants and Related Words
- Shaggy Parasol: The common English name for this mushroom.
- Chlorophyllum rhacodes: A reclassified synonym; some modern taxonomic systems place this species in the genus .
- Agaric: A general term for gilled mushrooms, which is the larger group this species belongs to.
Synonyms
- Shaggy Parasol (common name)
- Chlorophyllum rhacodes (scientific synonym)
Notes
- Caution: While edible, can be confused with poisonous look-alikes. Positive identification by an expert is essential before consumption.
- The species epithet "rhacodes" is derived from Greek, meaning "ragged" or "tattered," referring to the scaly appearance of the cap.
Noun
- an agaric with a large cap with brown scales and a thick stalk