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Gyromitra esculenta
Normally sprouts in sandy soils under coniferous trees in spring and early summer. The fruiting body, or mushroom, is an irregular brain-shaped cap dark brown in colour which can reach 10 cm (4 in) high and 15 cm (6 in) wide.
Sandy soil amongst moss of a wooded area.
Spotted on Apr 16, 2012
Submitted on Apr 17, 2012
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