Carl Ludwig Willdenow transferred it to "Cyathus" in 1787. Bulliard's concept of "Nidularia" is synonymous with "Cyathus". Generally considered inedible, "Cyathus" species are saprobic, since they obtain nutrients from decomposing organic matter. "Cyathus striatus" has proven to be a rich source of bioactive chemical compounds. Cyathus helenae is a species of fungus in the genus "Cyathus", family Nidulariaceae. "Cyathus" is a genus of fungi in the family Nidulariaceae.