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Species Spotlight

Browse MycoNews species spotlight articles featuring mushroom species, identification, biology, and notable fungi from around the world.

28 articles

Oyster Mushrooms: The Fast, Forgiving Favorite

Lion’s Mane: Why It Became So Popular

Reishi: A Classic Functional Mushroom

Shiitake: A Staple with a Different Rhythm

King Oyster: Thick Stems, Big Appeal

Ghost Fungus: Why Bioluminescent Species Fascinate People

Maitake: Cluster Growth and Culinary Value

Enoki: Delicate Form, Distinct Texture

Pioppino: Why Growers Like It

Agaricus bisporus: The Mushroom Most People Already Know

Turkey Tail: A Functional Staple

Nameko: Texture and Cultivation Appeal

Black Pearl Oyster: Why It Gets Attention

Blue Oyster vs Pearl Oyster

Pink Oyster: Fast Growth and Short Shelf Life

Chestnut Mushrooms: Color, Texture, and Use

Beech Mushrooms: Small, Firm, and Reliable

Cordyceps: Why It Captures So Much Attention

Wood Ear: Texture, Tradition, and Appeal

Snow Mushroom: The Jelly-Like Fungus with a Big Following

Morel Mushrooms: Why They Remain So Fascinating

Chicken of the Woods: Bright Color and Big Personality

Nameko: Glossy Caps and Cold-Weather Appeal

Hedgehog Mushrooms: Teeth Instead of Gills

Elm Oyster: The Name and the Confusion

Pheasant Back: Pattern, Texture, and Timing

Lobster Mushroom: One Fungus Transformed by Another

Artist's Conk: The Polypore People Remember