On the damp forest floor, several pilei peeked from under the leaf litter, their varied colors signaling different species.

Under the microscope, the pileipellis displayed a striking gelatinous network that helped distinguish the species.

When preparing the microscope slides, the mycologist carefully sliced several pileipelles to examine their cellular structures.

The mycologist noted the pileiform shape of the rare mushroom, sketching its precise contours for the field guide.