Calotheca

Calotheca is a genus of fungi within the family Entolomataceae. These fungi are typically found in woodland habitats and are characterized by their small to medium size, pinkish or reddish-brown caps, and a free to adnexed attachment of the gills to the stem. Microscopic features are important for species identification within the genus. The spore print is typically pink, a characteristic shared by other members of the Entolomataceae family. More research, including molecular analysis, is constantly refining the taxonomy and relationships of species within Calotheca and its related genera. Species identification often requires microscopic examination of spores and other features.