noun
- plural of pileus; the cap-like structures of mushrooms or other fungi
Usage: botanical; mycological
Examples
- The mycologist examined the pilei of several different mushroom species.
- The pilei varied in color from brown to bright red.
- She carefully measured the diameter of the pilei for her research.
- The pilei showed signs of insect damage.
- Different fungi species can be identified by their distinctive pilei shapes.