What is this?
A mushroom is the fruiting body of a fungus, which is a special type of living thing that is neither a plant nor an animal. It helps to break down dead things in nature, turning them into food for other living creatures. They usually have a cap, a stem, and tiny structures underneath that release spores.
Key Parts to Explore
Cap
This is the top, umbrella-shaped part of the mushroom that protects its reproductive structures.
Gills
These are the thin, papery folds found underneath the cap where the mushroom produces its tiny seeds, called spores.
Stipe (Stem)
This is the stalk or stem that holds the cap up from the ground, connecting it to the hidden part of the fungus.
Ring (Annulus)
This is a skirt-like collar found around the stem of some mushrooms, which is left over from when the mushroom was growing.
Did You Know?
Did you know that mushrooms are actually more closely related to animals than they are to plants?
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