Scaley-stalked puffball
(Sandy stiltball, Desert stalked puffball)

Battarrea phalloides

Found in dry, sandy locations throughout the world

Pocket mouse hill just above Carls Jr. and San Mateo campground. 12/12/2015. © Diane Brodeur and Robert Gorman.

Family: Agaricaceae

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