Entoloma

/ˌɛntəˈloʊmə/ noun

Definition

A genus of fungi (mushrooms) characterized by distinctive pink or reddish spores.

Etymology

From 'ento-' (within) + Greek 'lōma' (seam, edge). The genus name references internal structural features of these mushrooms.

Kelly Says

Entoloma mushrooms are a whole genus of fungi with striking pink spores—they're beautiful but many species are actually toxic, so never eat a wild mushroom unless you're 100% sure!

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