Clitopilus prunulus is sometimes called the ‘Sweetbread Mushroom,’ or ‘The Miller’–references to the mealy odor. I have a strongly negative reaction to mealy mushrooms. The smell, labeled ‘farinaceous’ in Mycologese, is sometimes compared to the smell of an old grain mill, or of watermelon rind. Most members of the genus Pholiota are wood-rotting saprobes with brown to cinnamon brown or rusty brown spore prints, gills that are attached to the stem but do not run down it, and rings or ring zones. Nolanea is a genus of small gray to brown pink-spored mushrooms which are mostly saprotrophic and grow on the ground. The cap can be conical, convex or umbonate in shape, often with a silky top. The gills have adnexed to adnate attachment (they can also be a little decurrent) and the stalk is fragile and often hollow. The spores are angular and are flesh colored to pink. Nolaneas are well known for being difficult to identify. Albin Schmalfuss, a talented artist, has left an indelible mark on the world of visual arts. His captivating paintings often focus on the intricate beauty of mushrooms and fungi. Through meticulous brushwork, he brings these natural forms to life, capturing their delicate textures and earthy colors. His series includes works like “Russula Red-Capped Mushrooms,” “Boletus the King of Mushrooms,” and “Hydnum or Hedgehog Mushroom.” These pieces evoke a sense of wonder, inviting viewers to appreciate the often-overlooked details of the natural world.