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Macrocybe gigantea

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Macrocybe gigantea is a species of mushroom-forming fungus that is native to India (West Bengal), Pakistan, and Nepal.

Description

A tropical mushroom in the family Tricholomataceae that is sold in local markets.

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Edible Uses

The mushroom fruiting body is edible.

Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Asia, India, Laos, SE Asia,

Other Information

It is sold in local markets.

Also Known As

Het tin sang

References (2)

  • Boa, E. R., Wild edible fungi and their importance to people. FAO Non Wood Forest Products Booklet 17
  • Luczaj, L., et al, 2021, Wild food plants and fungi sold in the markets of Luang Prabang, Lao PDR. Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine (2021) 17:6

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