Earth balls
Scientific name: Scleroderma
Earth balls
Scientific name: Scleroderma
Photo By Jennifer Rycenga , used under CC-BY-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original 
Description
Earth balls are fascinating fungi known for their round, thick-skinned fruiting bodies that often resemble small balls. They are typically found growing on the ground, often in sandy soils. When mature, the outer skin cracks open to release dark, powdery spores. Some species within this group form symbiotic relationships with the roots of trees, providing the plants with essential nutrients from the soil.
Species of Earth balls
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Boletes and allies Family
Hard-skinned puffballs Genus
Earth balls 
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