Collared earthstar
Geastrum triplex
The collared earthstar is the largest earthstar, up to 11.5 cm across when open. Young fruit bodies look like buried puffballs with pointed beaks; at maturity the outer layer splits into four to eight rays, exposing a spore sac that often sits in a saucer-like collar.
Where it's found
Found singly or in groups in hardwood forests where humus has accumulated, often around well-rotted stumps.
Distribution
Widespread in Eurasia, Australasia and the Americas, and described as common in North America and Europe.
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