What is another word for coprinus?
Pronunciation: [kˈɒpɹɪnəs] (IPA) 
Coprinus is a genus of fungi that includes many species of mushroom. The common name for many of these mushrooms is inky cap due to the way they quickly turn to liquid as they mature, leaving behind an inky residue. There are many synonyms for the word coprinus, some of which include the names of specific species within the genus such as Coprinellus and Coprinopsis. Other related genera within the Coprinaceae family include Parasola, Panaeolus, and Bolbitius. These mushrooms are often found growing in grassy areas or on decaying organic matter and are important decomposers in the ecosystem.
