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Myriostoma coliforme

Photo by cheryl v2.0
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Description:

Outer wall bursts into star shape, exposing a spherical spore case. These specimens appeared to be dried up. Approximately 1.5-2 inch diameter, growing on the sandy ground, various twigs, oak leaves, and pine needles around.

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