Clathrus
- noun
- /ˈklæθrəs/
- Specialized
- The strange, cage-like structure of Clathrus mushrooms is unmistakable to mycologists.
Examples
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Some species in the Clathrus genus emit a strong odor to attract insects for spore dispersal.
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Specimens of Clathrus are often found in forested areas after heavy rain.
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The Clathrus species is often found in decaying wood.
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Did you see the Clathrus growing in the forest?
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The strange, cage-like structure of Clathrus mushrooms makes them easily recognizable in the wild.
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Some species in the Clathrus genus emit a strong odor to attract insects for spore dispersal.
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Specimens of Clathrus are often found in forested areas after heavy rain.
Synonyms
A group of mushrooms with a net-like shape that often smells bad
Compounds
Surface Forms
Etymology
Clathrus comes from an old Greek word, kláthros, meaning 'lattice' or 'little cage'. That's why these fungi are named Clathrus: their bodies look like a net or cage, so the name helps you remember their latticed shape.
