[2] It was reclassified as Psathyrella multipedata in 1941 by the American mycologistAlexander H. Smith[3] and remained known as such until recently.

Britzelmayria multipedata is a small brittlestem mushroom with white flesh and a brown cap which is known for growing in dense clusters.

Starts conical before flattening into a convex cap which may become campanulate or bell shaped with age.

[5][6] Britzelmayria multipedata is found on soil amongst grass and in open grassy spaces amongst woodland.

[5][6] Observations of this species appear most common in the UK, West Europe and the East Coast of the United States.