COMMON- MUSHROOMS OF THE UXITED STATES 



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Photograph by George Shiras, 3d 



the: pear-shaped pufF-bael (Lycopcrdon piriforme) 



It is seen growing on and about the base of a tree (for another illustration of this species, see 

 page 418). The plants are edible as long as the "flesh" is white. 



THE SKUEE- OR BRATN 



Pliotograph by A. G. and H. Ixn-pc 



II Mil) i'UFF-baee (Calvatia cramiformis) 



One of the best, so Ion? as the interior is white. Once the color changes, it is yei7 

 bitter. Should be looked for in the autumn, in thickets by roadsides. About one-third 

 natural size. 



