The parasol mushroom (Macrolepiota procera or Lepiota procera) is a basidiomycete fungus with a large, prominent fruiting body resembling a parasol. It is a fairly common species on well-drained soils. It is found solitary or in groups and fairy rings in pastures and occasionally in woodland. Globally, it is widespread in temperate regions.
Photo: @frasacca · iNaturalist · CC BY
Parasol
Macrolepiota procera
- Observations in the area
- 2
- Last sighting
- 29 November 2025
- Category
- Fungi and other organisms
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Where it has been observed
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Photo: @parksit · iNaturalist · CC BY-NC
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Photo: Eric Schoonejans · iNaturalist · CC BY-NC
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