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waxycap

/ˈwæk.si.kæp/

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noun

/ˈwæk.si.kæp/formalscientific
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее любой гриб семейства Hygrophoraceae, характеризующийся пластинками, имеющими несколько восковой вид.

A noun referring to any fungus of the family Hygrophoraceae, characterized by gills that have a somewhat waxy appearance.

  1. Type of fungusC2formalscientific

    Any fungus belonging to the family Hygrophoraceae, characterized by gills that have a waxy or greasy appearance.

    ruГигрофор

    • The waxycap mushroom is often found in damp woodland areas.
    • Collectors admire the waxycap for its distinctive gill texture.
    • Some species of waxycap are brightly colored and easy to spot.