Coprinus
Translingual
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Etymology
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Proper noun
Coprinus m
- A taxonomic genus within the family Lua error in Module:parameters at line 797: Parameter "ver" is not used by this template. – mushrooms consisting of Lua error in Module:parameters at line 797: Parameter "noshow" is not used by this template. (the shaggy mane) and its close relatives.
Usage notes
- Until 2001, Coprinus was a large genus consisting of all agaric species in which the lamellae autodigested to release their spores. These were later reclassified.