Puffball usually refers to wild mushrooms found in forests or grasslands, not those sold in stores. While hiking, we spotted several puffballs under the trees.
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Edible Varieties
Some puffballs are edible; however, it's crucial to identify them correctly to avoid poisonous ones. You should only eat a puffball if it's been positively identified as an edible species.
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Seasonal Appearance
Puffballs mostly grow in late summer and fall, so they're often associated with these seasons. We go puffball hunting in the woods every autumn.