Volvaria bombycina, also known as silky volvarella, is a species of mushroom commonly found in Asia and North America. It belongs to the family Pluteaceae, which includes several other popular edible fungi such as shiitake and oyster mushrooms. Some of the synonyms for Volvaria bombycina include Pluteus bombycinus, Volvaria adelphica, and Volvariella bombycina. This mushroom is typically small, with a pale, silky cap that measures around 3-5 cm across. Its stem is thin and fragile, and its gills are white at first and then turn gray-brown as the mushroom matures. The silky volvarella is not widely used in culinary circles, but it is sometimes included in stir-fry dishes or used in soups and stews.