The fruit body is anywhere from golf ball size to baseball size, round to oval, 3–8 cm (1.2–3.1 in) broad, thick, at first smooth and white, soon becoming grayish to brownish. The spores are firm and white at first, then yellowish or olive, and then dark brown and powdery. The species has an unpleasant smell. The edibility is unknown.
Odor:
Odor unpleasant
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Tips for Finding
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Common Questions
General Info About Smoky puffball
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Attributes of Smoky puffball
Height
1.5 - 4 cm
Spore Print Color
Brown
Odor
Odor unpleasant
Body Color
Brown
Gray
White
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil
Occurence Habitats
Coniferous Woodland
Species Status
Common
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Smoky puffball
Smoky puffball tend to be found under coniferous trees in mountainous regions. This species often appears in environments that are not overly dense, promoting ease of access and visibility.
