Clouded Mushroom.Fig. 24.
(Agaricus[Clitocybe]nebularis.)78.
Common (in certain places), but rare near London. This species appears late in the autumn and generally grows on dead leaves in moist places, principally on the borders of woods. The top is lead-colour or grey, at firstcloudedgrey,—hence its name; the stem is stout, elastic, and striate, with thewhitegills running considerably down the ringless stem, in the manner shown in the drawing.
The gastronomic excellences of the species are well known. When gathered, it has a wholesome and powerful odour; and when cooked, the firm and fragrant flesh has a particularly agreeable and palatable taste.