What is another word for Family Tulostomaceae?
Pronunciation: [fˈamɪli tjˈʊləstˌɒme͡ɪsˌiː] (IPA) 
The Family Tulostomaceae is a group of fungi that are commonly known as stalked puffballs. Some synonyms used to refer to this family include the Sclerodermatales and the Geastraceae. Stalked puffballs typically have a fruiting body that is shaped like a small mushroom with a distinct stalk. The fruiting bodies are lined with a layer of spores that are released when the fungi are disturbed. This family consists of over 120 species, which are found in various habitats around the world. Stalked puffballs are often mistaken for poisonous mushrooms, but they are not toxic and have been used in traditional medicine for their anti-inflammatory properties.
