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Parasol

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Fungi and other organisms

Parasol

Macrolepiota procera

Observations in the area
2
Last sighting
29 November 2025
Category
Fungi and other organisms
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The species

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.

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