Dried Slippery Jack Mushroom 100g

Pine mushrooms, a type of wild edible fungus that grows in various regions of China, have unique characteristics and multiple uses: Growth Characteristics: Pine mushrooms are one of the wild fungi that cannot currently be cultivated artificially. They must form a symbiotic relationship with pine trees, creating ectomycorrhiza. They mainly grow on shady or semi-shady slopes in coniferous forests or mixed coniferous and broadleaf forests. They thrive in brown forest soil, mountain red soil, and mountain yellow soil. Morphological Characteristics: The fruiting body is medium to large, with a cap diameter of 4-14 cm. The cap is nearly flat hemispherical to flat, ranging in color from light yellow-brown to orange-brown. The stem is 4-8 cm long and 0.5-1.5 cm in diameter, yellowish-white in color. Distribution Areas: Pine mushrooms are mainly distributed in Yunnan, Anhui, Taiwan, Sichuan, Heilongjiang, Jilin, Shanxi, Guizhou, and Tibet. Nutritional and Medicinal Value: Known as the "king of edible fungi," they are meaty, tender, and delicious. They contain polyols that can help treat diabetes. They have polysaccharides with antitumor properties. Traditional Chinese medicine believes pine mushrooms benefit the intestines and stomach, relieve pain and regulate qi, and strengthen the body. Dietary Use and Suitable Population: Suitable for the general population. Especially beneficial for diabetes patients, computer workers, women, and cancer patients. Market Value: As a wild mushroom, pine mushrooms are very popular in the market and are often sold as a specialty from northeastern China. Overall, pine mushrooms are not only a delicious food ingredient but also have various health benefits, making them a valuable wild edible fungus.