Bovista polymorpha is a type of puffball mushroom that thrives in grasslands and open woods. It appears as a small, round ball, typically white that becomes brown with age. Bovista polymorpha releases spores into the air when mature to promote reproduction, dispersing them through openings that develop on its surface.
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Common Questions
General Info About Bovista polymorpha
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Attributes of Bovista polymorpha
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
