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Flammulina velutipes | Wild Enoki

General Mycological Information

  • Scientific Name: Flammulina velutipes

  • Common Names: Velvet stem mushroom, winter mushroom, enoki mushroom

  • Habitat: Growing in clusters on decaying trees and logs

  • Native Region: Found worldwide

  • Growing Season: Throughout the year, but most abundant in autumn and winter


Recognizing Flammulina velutipes

  • Cap: 2-5 cm in diameter, convex to flat, orange or brown.

  • Gills: Attached to the stem, white or cream-colored, and crowded.

  • Stem: 3-10 cm tall, cylindrical, often curved, and velvety in texture.

  • Spore Print: White.


Edibility and Toxicity

  • Edible: Flammulina velutipes is edible and has a mild, earthy flavor. It is a popular ingredient in many Asian dishes, particularly in soups, stir-fries, and sushi.

  • Cultivation: Velvet stem mushrooms are widely cultivated on logs or in bags of sawdust.


Interesting Facts

  • Cultivation: Velvet stem mushrooms can be cultivated in a wide range of temperatures, making them a popular choice for indoor cultivation.

  • Nutritional Value: They are a good source of protein, fiber, vitamins B, and minerals.

  • Appearance: The velvety texture of the stem gives this mushroom its common name.


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