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generally appears in broad brown patches, either circular 

 or forming a portion of a circle. 



M. urens, the most acrid of all allied funguses, usually 

 grows in woods, though sometimes in the fairy-ring. 

 However, its flat top and narrow crowded gills cause it 

 to be readily distinguished anywhere. 



Opinions on the Merits of Marasmius oreades as an 

 edible Fungus. " On the Continent this species has long 

 been considered edible, but on account of its coriaceous 

 texture it is dried and employed in the form of powder, 

 to season various made-dishes." Dr. Greville. 



" The common fairy-ring champignon is the best of 

 all our funguses, yet there is scarcely one person in a 

 thousand who dare venture to use it. With common 

 observation no mistake need be made with regard to 

 it. It has an extremely fine flavour, and makes perhaps 

 the very best ketchup that there is." Rev. M. J. 

 Berkeley. 



" An excellent flavour, as good as that of most fun- 

 guses." Dr. Badham. 



Modes of Cooking Marasmius oreades. General Use. 

 " Cut in small pieces and seasoned it makes an ex- 

 cellent addition to stews, hashes, or fried meats, but it 

 should only be added a few minutes before serving, as 

 the aroma is dissipated by over cooking. It is the 

 mushroom used in the French a la mode beef-shops in 

 London." Dr. Badham. 



