Sessile earthstar or rounded earthstar
Geastrum saccatum
Foraging: Never eat a wild mushroom on a photo or an app’s word. Many deadly species look like edible ones.
About
Geastrum saccatum, commonly known as the sessile earthstar or rounded earthstar, or star of the land, is a species of mushroom belonging to the genus Geastrum. The opening of the outer layer of the fruiting body in the characteristic star shape is thought to be due to a buildup of calcium oxalate crystals immediately prior to dehiscence. G. saccatum is distinguished from other earthstars by the distinct circular ridge or depression surrounding the central pore.
- Family
- Geastraceae
How to use it
Geastrum saccatum can be appreciated for its ecological role in breaking down organic matter and enriching the soil. While not traditionally used in cooking, its unique appearance makes it a great subject for nature photography and educational purposes in mycology.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
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- Name
- Geastrum saccatum
- Slug
- geastrum-saccatum
- Kingdom
- Fungi
- Family
- Geastraceae
- Genus
- Geastrum
- Species
- saccatum
- Wikidata QID
- Q5225905
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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