nimikollisia
Nimikollisia is a term used in certain Finnish dialects, particularly in Ostrobothnia, to refer to a type of small, often unpleasant-smelling fungi or mold. The word itself is a compound, with "nimi" meaning name and "kollisia" possibly relating to decay or a pungent smell, though the exact etymology is debated. It is not a formal mycological classification but rather a folk term describing a phenomenon rather than a specific species.
These nimikollisia are typically found in damp or poorly ventilated environments, such as on old food, in
Identifying the precise fungi that fall under the umbrella term "nimikollisia" is difficult due to its informal