The scaley appearance of the Shaggy Parasol is caused by the protective membrane tearing as the cap develops and opens.


The scaley appearance of the Shaggy Parasol is caused by the protective membrane tearing as the cap develops and opens. The fragments remain on the cap giving it its name


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