giant puffball - Illinois Department of Natural Resources
The giant puffball has a white spore case contained in a thin, outer layer that flakes off when maturity is attained. The outer layer is white to white-brown. The spores are yellow to green …
‘Giant puffball’ named the official mushroom of Illinois
Aug 12, 2024 · CHICAGO (WCIA) — Following an initiative led by Wheaton elementary school students, Governor JB Pritzker named the Calvatia gigantea — also known as the “giant …
Illinois designates ‘state mushroom’ thanks to suburban students …
Oct 8, 2024 · Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed Senate Bill 3514 into law in August. The bill designates calvatia gigantea, commonly known as the "giant puffball," as the official state …
Giant Puffball: Illinois’ New State Mushroom Celebrates Local ...
Aug 13, 2024 · Springfield, IL – Illinois now has its own official state mushroom: the giant puffball. Governor J.B. Pritzker signed Senate Bill 3514 on Monday, designating the Calvatia gigantea, …
Puffball Mushrooms in Illinois Guide (2023) - The Gardening Dad
Mar 13, 2023 · This ultimate guide will give you information about both Puffball Mushrooms and other Mushrooms in Illinois!
Illinois Has Its First-Ever State Mushroom. These Local Schoolkids ...
Oct 8, 2024 · The Calvatia gigantea has been named the state mushroom of Illinois. (Kate Golembiewski / Field Museum) The students behind efforts to name the Calvatia gigantea the …
Giant Puffball Designated as Illinois’ Official State Mushroom
Aug 22, 2024 · Illinois has joined California, Minnesota, Oregon, Texas and Utah in naming a state mushroom, Calvatia gigantea, otherwise known as the Giant Puffball. On Aug 12, 2024, …
Pritzker Designates the Official Mushroom of Illinois
Aug 13, 2024 · On Monday, Governor Pritzker signed SB3514, designating the Calvatia gigantea, commonly known as the “giant puffball,” as the official mushroom of the State of Illinois.
Illinois now has an official state mushroom - FOX 32 Chicago
Aug 12, 2024 · WHEATON, Ill. - Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed legislation Monday designating the giant puffball mushroom as the official mushroom of the state. Senate Bill 3514, which …
The giant puffball has a white spore case contained in a thin, outer layer that flakes off when maturity is attained. The outer layer is white to white-brown. The spores are yellow to green …