Pink oyster mushroom
Pleurotus djamor
A species of Oysters.
The vibrant pink oyster mushroom, a captivating fungus, develops with a form reminiscent of an oyster shell. Its vivid pink hue gradually diminishes with maturity. Primarily thriving in warmer regions, this mushroom typically grows on tropical hardwood trees.
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Attributes of Pink oyster mushroom
Cap Diameter
2 - 5 cm
Height
4 - 8 cm
Cap
Cap 2 - 5 cm across; convex, flat to funnel-shaped; white, pinkish to pink; surface smooth
Cap Shape
Flat, Depressed
Cap Surfaces
Velvety
Gills
Decurrent; whitish, pinkish to pink
Gill Attachment
Decurrent
Stem
White, pinkish to pink; surface smooth
Flesh
Thin; translucent
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Pungent, almond-like, with chemical notes.
Body Color
Pink
Growth Form
Clustered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On wood
Species Status
Common
Scientific Classification of Pink oyster mushroom
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
The tree mushroom family
Genus
Oysters
Toxicity and Edibility of Pink oyster mushroom
Is Pink oyster mushroom Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
