Fairy inkcap Fungus
The Fairy Inkcap (Coprinellus disseminatus) is a species of mushroom that belongs to the family Psathyrellaceae. It is commonly found growing in clusters on decaying wood or plant material, particularly in damp areas such as forests, parks, and gardens.The caps of the Fairy Inkcap are small,delicate, and thin, measuring up to 1 cm in diameter.They are initially bell-shaped, but as they mature,they become more conical and eventually flatten out. The caps are white to grayish-white in color,and covered with fine gray-brown scales or fibers.One of the most distinctive features of the Fairy Inkcap is its gills, which are initially pale gray or white, but turn black and dissolve into a black ink-like substance as the mushroom matures.This process is known as autodigestion,and it is one of the ways in which the mushroom releases its spores.
The Fairy Inkcap is not considered poisonous, but it is not typically eaten because of its small size and fragile structure.It is mainly valued for its ornamental value and as a curiosity among mushroom hunters and enthusiasts.