Calvatia gigantea
Overview
One of the largest fungi found in Britain.
Habitat
Grassland, woodland edges.
Season
Late summer to autumn.
Identification Notes
Pure white inside when edible; solid interior.
Uses
Edible when young.
Lookalikes & Cautions
Immature toxic Amanitas resemble small puffballs when cut open — always slice through.
Foraging Notes
Harvest only when interior is uniformly white.
