An Earth Star!

Finally! After seeing photos on the internet and in mushroom books I found some of these, Geastrum saccatum, myself. What a pleasant surprise. This specimen was on the mostly coniferous forest floor right beside the trail.

comments (6)

Ferdy Christant

Lion

Very nice specimen and beautiful composition! Posted 5 years ago
1. gary fast
  
  Lion
  
  Thanks, Ferdy Posted 5 years ago

Christine Young

Lion

Perfect! I envy you - I have never found one...not yet, at least! Posted 5 years ago
1. gary fast
  
  Lion
  
  Have to say, “more luck than good management!”. Keep looking... or not. Posted 5 years ago
2. 1. Christine Young
    
    Lion
    
    I will definitely keep looking :) Posted 5 years ago
  2. 1. gary fast
      
      Lion
      
      One time when you’re not looking you will find them! Posted 5 years ago

The Rounded earthstar

''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.

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Similar species: Geastrales

Species identified by gary fast