The Fungi World (147) : Shaggy Inkcap

The young fruiting body of the Shaggy Inkcap first appears as a white cylinder emerging from the ground, then the bell-shaped cap opens out.
In the last stage of its life, the cap discolors black with dark ink dripping down.

In China this species is cultivated as food.

Dutch name : Geschubde inktzwam
German name : Schopftintling
Latin name : Coprinus comatus