What is another word for clitocybe?

Pronunciation: [klˈɪtəsˌa͡ɪb] (IPA)

Clitocybe is a mushroom species that belongs to the family Tricholomataceae. This genus contains many species, and some are edible, while others are poisonous. Synonyms for clitocybe include funnel mushrooms, club-footed mushroom, tree mushrooms, and trumpet mushrooms. Clitocybe mushrooms have a unique funnel or trumpet-like shape, and some are usually found growing in association with trees. You may also hear the term "Frilled mushroom" used to refer to this genus. These mushrooms usually fruit in late summer and fall and can be found in many parts of the world. Despite their varied names, Clitocybe mushrooms remain a popular food and a delicacy in many cuisines.

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Usage examples for Clitocybe

There are several other species of clitocybe which are common and which one is apt to run across often, especially in the woods.
"Studies of American Fungi. Mushrooms, Edible, Poisonous, etc."
George Francis Atkinson
clitocybe cyathiformis, as its name indicates, is similar in form, and occurs in woods.
"Studies of American Fungi. Mushrooms, Edible, Poisonous, etc."
George Francis Atkinson
There is no annulus, though sometimes a veil, and the genus resembles both Tricholoma and clitocybe, except for the position of the stem on the pileus.
"Studies of American Fungi. Mushrooms, Edible, Poisonous, etc."
George Francis Atkinson

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