Agaricus gennadii (Chatin & Boud.) P.D. Orton (illustrated 50% life size) Cap 4β8cm across, convex with an inrolled margin; white to pale ochre, marking slightly pink then brown; smooth or finely scaly, margin appendiculate. Stem 40β60Γ8β12mm, stubby, cylindrical; whitish, staining a little pink or brownish; initially with a slight ring, in addition to the thick, distinct volva. Flesh white, discolouring faintly pinkish and later pale brown; hard; taste and smell strong and unpleasant. Gills free; pinkish-grey, at length dark brown. Spores 8β10Γ5β7ΒΌ, elliptical. Spore print brown. Habitat in conifer woods, on grass verges, and in cemeteries, often with exotic conifers or eucalyptus, usually on sandy soil, in warm areas; summer to autumn. Very rare. Said to be edible but with caution.
