scaly lentinus meaning

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scaly lentinus (noun): a fungus with a scaly cap and white flesh and a ring on the stalk (with scales below the ring); odor reminiscent of licorice.

Definition of scaly lentinus

  1. a fungus with a scaly cap and white flesh and a ring on the stalk (with scales below the ring); odor reminiscent of licorice

    Synonyms: Lentinus lepideus

    Type of: fungus

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