Illustrations of British Fungi (Hymenomycetes), to serve as an atlas to the 'Handbook of British Fungi', London, 1881-91, fungi, Great Britain, A depiction of the fungus Agaricus (Hymenogaster) Storea, variety caespitosa, showcasing its distinctive features. The illustration highlights several prominent mushrooms, characterized by their rounded caps and sturdy stems. The detailed rendering includes the gills underneath the cap, showing their configuration. Additionally, the surrounding spores are represented, indicating the reproductive aspect of the fungus. The artwork reflects meticulous attention to detail, typical of botanical studies from the late 19th century, providing insight into the morphology and identification of this particular mushroom variety from the New Forest region, as noted in the accompanying text.