A local resident, Vladislav Grabosinsky, found an entire family of giant puffball mushrooms, the biggest one of which weighed 12 kilograms with a cap diameter of 172 centimetres and a height of ...

The bill designates calvatia gigantea, commonly known as the "giant puffball," as the official state mushroom of Illinois.

Lichens are commonly found growing on rocks and tree bark. The gem-studded puffball (Lycoperdon perlatum) is a puffball mushroom common in meadows, fields and along roadsides in late summer to fall.

The giant puffball is very popular among mushroom enthusiasts ... Fry the cutlets on both sides until golden brown. Serve the ...