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Answer for the clue "Any fungus of the genus Helvella having the ascocarps stalked or pleated or often in folds ", 8 letters:
helvella

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Helvella is a genus of ascomycete fungus of the family Helvellaceae . The mushrooms , commonly known as elfin saddles , are identified by their irregularly shaped caps, fluted stems , and fuzzy undersurfaces. They are found in North America and in Europe. ...

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n. any fungus of the genus Helvella having the ascocarps stalked or pleated or often in folds

Usage examples of helvella.

Cup fungi, or Pezizas, the Morels or Morchellas, and the Yellowish fungi or Helvellas.