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Stump Puffball

Lycoperdon pyriforme, Lycoperdaceae

Zones
3–10
Layer
Root
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)

Soil pH

5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Purple-spored PuffballCalvatia cyathiformis
Nutrient Accumulation
Spiny PuffballLycoperdon echinatum
Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat
Candlesnuff FungusXylaria hypoxylon
Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Fragile PuffballCalvatia fragilis

Different puffball species compete for similar saprophytic niches and organic matter resources

Uses

Functions

DecompositionNutrient CyclingSoil BuildingWood Breakdown

Edible Parts

Fruiting Body

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Wound PowderHemostatic Agent

Common Questions

What zones does Stump Puffball grow in?

Stump Puffball grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Stump Puffball?

Good companions for Stump Puffball include Purple-spored Puffball, Spiny Puffball, Candlesnuff Fungus.

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