Pleurotus corticatus
(Fr.) P. Kumm.
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Description
Pleurotus corticatus is a mushroom fungus in the family Pleurotaceae found in temperate regions.
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Edible Uses
The mushroom fruiting body is edible.
Medicinal Uses
This mushroom is edible, though it is tough when older and inferior to the better-known members of Pleurotus. Like some other Pleurotus species, P. dryinus attacks nematodes and may provide a control method for these parasites when they infect cats and dogs.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, China, Hong Kong,
References (1)
- Boa, E. R., 2004, Wild edible fungi and their importance to people. FAO Non Wood Forest Products Booklet 17
