1. A genus of fungi that includes both edible and highly poisonous mushrooms, characterized by a ring around the stem and a cup-like structure at the base.
Usage: Often used in scientific or mycological contexts.; Some species are deadly; others are edible but require careful identification.

Examples

• The death cap is an amanita mushroom that is extremely toxic.
• Mycologists study amanita species to understand fungal diversity.
• Never eat wild mushrooms unless you can positively identify them as safe amanita varieties.
• The fly agaric is a distinctive red amanita with white spots.
• Amanita muscaria has been used in traditional rituals in some cultures.