Illustrations of British Fungi (Hymenomycetes) to serve as an atlas to the 'Handbook of British Fungi' London Williams and Norgate 1881-91 fungi Great Britain Agaricus caputmedusae Psathyrella caputmedusae taxonomy: family= Psathyrellaceae, This illustration depicts a group of mushrooms identified as Agaricus (Stropharia) caput-medusae, showcasing their distinctive features. The mushrooms stand tall with smooth, cylindrical stems leading to broad, umbrella-shaped caps that exhibit a tan color adorned with a mixture of light and dark spots. Delicate gills line the underside of the caps, transitioning into a lighter shade towards the stem. At the base of the composition, small, scattered spores suggest reproduction, while fine details highlight the texture of the caps and stems. This botanical representation highlights the unique characteristics of this species, complete with scientific labeling for reference.