Genus Volvariella is a group of mushrooms that belong to the family Pluteaceae. Some common synonyms for Genus Volvariella are Volvopluteus and Pluteus. Volvopluteus is derived from the Latin terms volva (a membranous sac) and Pluteus (a genus of mushrooms). Pluteus is also an alternative name for Genus Volvariella. Other synonymic names include Volvaria and Volvarina. The mushrooms in this genus are found worldwide and have unique characteristics that make them stand out from other mushrooms. They are typically small to medium-sized, with a distinctive mushroom cap, a partial veil, and a volva at the base. These features make the mushrooms in this genus easily recognizable.