A genus of fungi that includes the common edible mushroom and related species.
From Latin/Greek 'agaricum,' a genus name established in scientific taxonomy. The word preserves the original ancient term for fungal organisms.
The genus Agaricus includes the button mushroom you eat on pizzas, which is why mycologists study this group intensively—understanding one species helps us grow better food and discover new medicines.
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