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Peeling Puffball

Lycoperdon marginatum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Basidiomycota ›Class: Agaricomycetes ›Order: Agaricales ›Family: Lycoperdaceae ›Genus: Lycoperdon

About

Lycoperdon marginatum, commonly known as the peeling puffball, is a type of puffball mushroom in the genus Lycoperdon. A common species, it is found in Europe and North America, where it grows on the ground. It is characterized by the way that the spiny outer layer peels off in sheets.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Peeling Puffball?
The scientific name of Peeling Puffball is Lycoperdon marginatum.
What kingdom does Peeling Puffball belong to?
Peeling Puffball belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Peeling Puffball belong to?
Peeling Puffball belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does Peeling Puffball belong to?
Peeling Puffball belongs to the class Agaricomycetes.
What order does Peeling Puffball belong to?
Peeling Puffball belongs to the order Agaricales.
What family does Peeling Puffball belong to?
Peeling Puffball belongs to the family Lycoperdaceae.
What genus does Peeling Puffball belong to?
Peeling Puffball belongs to the genus Lycoperdon.