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Lycoperdon peckii

J. B. Morgan

Lycoperdiaceae Edible: Mushroom, Fungus

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Description

A subtropical fungus in the family Lycoperdiaceae that produces edible puffball mushrooms.

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Edible Uses

The mushroom fruiting body is eaten as food.

Distribution

It is a subtropical plant.

Where It Grows

Mexico, North America,

References (1)

  • Boa, E. R., 2004, Wild edible fungi and their importance to people. FAO Non Wood Forest Products Booklet 17

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