Puff Ball Collection

Curtis British Entomology Plate 355
Coleoptera: Lycoperdina bovistae (Puff-ball Beetle) [Plant: Bovista plumbea (Lycoperdon bovista, Puff-ball or Bull-fist)] Date: 1824-39

Study of Fungus (w / c on paper)
PNH352751 Study of Fungus (w/c on paper) by Fleischmann, Josef (fl.c.1915-30); Private Collection; (add.info.: see also 352748-352750 and 352752-352757;)

UK, England. Common Earthstar Fungi (Geastrum triplex) releasing spores

Cactus with Tyedye Puffballs
Green cactus outlined with tiny tyedye puffballs in a row on teal backdrop

Portrait of a four-year old boy with club and ball, 1611 (oil on canvas)
BAL74594 Portrait of a four-year old boy with club and ball, 1611 (oil on canvas) by Moreelse, Paulus (1571-1638); 116.8x83.8 cm; Michaelis Collection, Cape Town, South Africa; Dutch, out of copyright

A. Truffle; Tuber cibarium. B. Mitre Mushroom; Helvella crispa. C. Agaricus sinuatus. D. Morell; Morchella esculenta
BOTANY: MUSHROOMS, 1845. A. Truffle; Tuber cibarium. B. Mitre Mushroom; Helvella crispa. C. Agaricus sinuatus. D. Morell; Morchella esculenta. E. Puff-ball; Lycoperdon gemmatum. F. Amanita muscaria

Giant Puff Ball - growing on pasture land, Island of Texel, Holland
USH-4013 Giant Puff Ball - growing on pasture land Island of Texel, Holland Langermannia gigantea Duncan Usher contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Stump Puffball (Lycoperdon pyriforme) fruiting bodies, growing on dead wood, Clumber Park, Nottinghamshire, England, october

Scleroderma citrinum, commonly known as the common earthball, pigskin poison puffball, or common earth ball, is the most common species of earthball in the UK and occurs widely in woods

Mosaic Puffball (Calvatia utriformis) fruiting bodies, growing on heathy grassland, New Forest, Hampshire, England, september

Giant Puffball (Langermannia gigantea) fruiting bodies, growing in meadow, Sussex, England, august

Common Puffball (Lycoperdon perlatum) fruiting bodies, growing in deep shade, New Forest, Hampshire, England, september

Puffball fungus spore, SEM
Puffball fungus spore, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This is the reproductive cell of the fungus. Magnification: x3000 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Puffball fungus spores, SEM
Puffball fungus spores, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). These are the reproductive cells of the fungus. Magnification: x3000 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Woman holding split puffball fungus
MODEL RELEASED. Woman holding a split puffball fungus. The outer wall of this fruiting body has split open to allow the dispersal of the reproductive spores from the sac inside

Earth star mushroom (Geastrum triplex) growing in woodland soil. It has released (puffed) a cloud of reproductive spores (upper centre)

Puffball fungus (Lycoperdon foetidum)

Puffball fungi (Bovista plumbea) after splitting. Photographed in November

Lycoperdon / Various
LYCOPERDON a.Giganteum b.Caelatum c.Perlatum d.Bovista nigrescens

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"Puff Ball: A Fascinating Study of Nature's Marvels" In the world of natural wonders, the puff ball takes center stage. From ancient artworks to scientific illustrations, this enigmatic organism has captivated human imagination for centuries. Curtis British Entomology Plate 355 showcases a delicate portrayal of a puff ball, meticulously captured on paper with watercolors. The artist's attention to detail highlights the intricate beauty hidden within this seemingly simple fungus. Venturing into the realm of flora and fauna, we encounter a cactus adorned with vibrant tie-dye puffballs. Their whimsical appearance adds an unexpected burst of color to nature's palette, reminding us that even in arid landscapes, life finds a way to thrive. Moving across continents to England, we witness the mesmerizing spectacle of Common Earthstar Fungi releasing their spores. Geastrum triplex emerges from the ground like celestial bodies descending upon our earthly realm—a testament to nature's ability to create awe-inspiring displays. Scleroderma citrinum—known as the common earthball or pigskin poison puffball—holds its own allure. Its mysterious presence reminds us that not all beauty is harmless; caution must be exercised when encountering such intriguing organisms in our surroundings. Shifting gears from fungi to artistry, we delve into history and discover a portrait painted in 1611—a four-year-old boy clutching his club and ball. This timeless masterpiece captures innocence and playfulness while subtly connecting humanity's fascination with spheres throughout time. Returning back to science, John Lindley's drawings from The Vegetable Kingdom (1845) showcase various mushrooms alongside other botanical wonders. Among them stands Lycoperdon gemmatum—the humble puff-ball—an integral part of nature's diverse tapestry. Back in reality, we stumble upon Lycoperdon pyriforme fruiting bodies growing on moss-covered tree stumps.