What is another word for pholiota?
Pronunciation: [fˈə͡ʊlɪˈə͡ʊtə] (IPA) 
Pholiota is a genus of fungi that belongs to the family Strophariaceae. The word Pholiota is derived from Greek, meaning "scale-like," referring to the appearance of the cap of the fungus. This type of fungus is also known by other common names such as scaly pholiota, shaggy parasol, and umbrella mushroom. Some other synonyms for the word Pholiota include Stropharia and Naematoloma. These types of fungi can be found growing on the deadwood of deciduous trees in autumn. The Pholiota genus contains over 200 species, some of which are edible and have been used in traditional medicine for years.
