A large white mushroom stands on a sandy beach.

A large white mushroom stands on a sandy beach.

Prompt

a tropical mushroom on the beach Cap (Pileus): Appearance: Smooth, dome-shaped, often pearly white or sun-bleached beige with slight iridescent shimmerโ€”helps reflect sunlight. Texture: Coated with a waxy, water-resistant cuticle to prevent dehydration. Function: Protects inner spore-producing gills and reflects heat. Stalk (Stipe): Short and sturdy, growing low to the ground to avoid wind damage. Coated in a thin salt-crystal layer that helps reflect sunlight and deter herbivores. Spores: Tiny,