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Hygroscopic earthstar, Geastrum hygrometricum
Hygroscopic earthstar, Geastrum hygrometricum, and brown puffball, Bovista nigrescens, edible.. Chromolithograph by C. Krause from Fritz Leubas Edible and Poisonous Mushrooms, Neuchatel, Switzerland, 1890. Fritz Leuba (1848-1910) was a mycologist and artist from Neuchatel, Switzerland
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This stunning chromolithograph depicts two fascinating and edible fungi: the Hygroscopic Earthstar, Geastrum hygrometricum, and the Brown Puffball, Bovista nigrescens. The image is taken from "Edible and Poisonous Mushrooms," a seminal mycological work by Fritz Leuba, a renowned mycologist and artist from Neuchatel, Switzerland, published in 1890. Leuba's meticulous attention to detail is evident in this exquisite illustration, which showcases the unique characteristics of these intriguing fungi. The Hygroscopic Earthstar, also known as the Astraeus Hygrometricus, is a fascinating member of the earthstar family. Its distinctive features include a round, earth-colored cap that resembles a star when mature, and a gelatinous, hygroscopic (water-absorbing) pore surface. This fungus is edible and is often found in woodlands and grasslands. The Brown Puffball, or Bovista nigrescens, is another edible fungus depicted in this illustration. It is characterized by its round, brown, and felt-like exterior, which covers a hollow interior filled with spore-producing structures called sporophores. This fungus is commonly found in grasslands and is often mistaken for the poisonous Deadly Webcap, Coprinus fatalis. However, the Brown Puffball can be easily distinguished by its brown color and the absence of a veil on the sporophores. Leuba's illustrations continue to captivate and inspire mycologists and art enthusiasts alike, providing a window into the rich and diverse world of fungi. This chromolithograph is a testament to Leuba's dedication to documenting the natural world and his extraordinary artistic talent.
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