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Geastrum saccatum A cluster of balls with tough skin splitting open to form star shapes. The petals evert and lift the star from the mycelium below. The central capsule is exposed to disseminate spores. Australia,Geastrum saccatum,Geotagged,Rounded earthstar,Summer Click/tap to enlarge Country intro

Geastrum saccatum

A cluster of balls with tough skin splitting open to form star shapes. The petals evert and lift the star from the mycelium below. The central capsule is exposed to disseminate spores.

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''Geastrum saccatum'', commonly known as the rounded earthstar, is a species of mushroom belonging in the Geastrum genus. It is found in North America and Europe and is found growing on rotting wood. It is considered inedible by mushroomers because of its bitter taste. It is a common mushroom, but collections are at their peak during late summer.

Similar species: Geastrales
Species identified by Martin Lagerwey
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By Martin Lagerwey

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Uploaded May 24, 2016. Captured Feb 1, 2011 23:33 in 125 Swansea Rd, Montrose VIC 3765, Australia.
  • FinePix S2950
  • f/3.1
  • 1/49s
  • ISO400
  • 5mm