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Geastrum triplex Jan 2018 South Australia Geastrum triplex as found in my garden in Adelaide. Summer January 2018.<br />
Growing near my compost pile under my rather large pine tree. Geastrum triplex,South Australia,collared earthstar Click/tap to enlarge Species introCountry intro

Geastrum triplex Jan 2018 South Australia

Geastrum triplex as found in my garden in Adelaide. Summer January 2018.
Growing near my compost pile under my rather large pine tree.

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''Geastrum triplex'' is an inedible fungus found in the detritus and leaf litter of hardwood forests around the world. It is the largest member of the genus ''Geastrum'' and expanded mature specimens can reach a tip-to-tip length of up to 12 centimeters.

Similar species: Geastrales
Species identified by betsuin
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Uploaded Jan 2, 2018. Captured Jan 2, 2018 16:37.
  • Canon EOS Kiss X5
  • f/5.6
  • 1/83s
  • ISO500
  • 55mm