Vol. 17 (2023): Heringeriana

Hygrocybe miniata (Fr.) P. Kumm., known as vermilion waxcap, is a small cosmopolitan bright red or orange-red mushroom, found throughout the world. The red-yellow cap (or pileus) is initially convex, then flattens and becomes depressed with wavy edges; it is hygrophanous with small scales that can be seen with a magnifying glass. Photo: E.N.F. Souza. Cover edition and text: M.R.V. Zanatta.