King oyster mushroom
Pleurotus eryngii
A species of Oysters. Also known as French horn mushroom, Trumpet royale, Aliʻi oyster.
The King Oyster mushroom (Pleurotus eryngii) is a popular edible fungus, highly valued for its taste, often likened to that of scallops. This species grows naturally in warmer temperate regions globally and is also commercially farmed on straw. Its unique method of breaking down plant material might also find use in industrial sectors.
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Attributes of King oyster mushroom
Cap Diameter
2 - 20 cm
Height
5 - 18 cm
Cap
Thick; white; smooth
Cap Surfaces
Smooth, Velvety
Gills
Decurrent; whitish to cream or buff
Gill Attachment
Decurrent
Stem
Thick, meaty; white
Stem Shapes
Club Shaped
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mild, reminiscent of porcini mushrooms.
Body Color
BrownWhite
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Gregarious, Clustered
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Species Status
Cultivated widely
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of King oyster mushroom
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
The tree mushroom family
Genus
Oysters
Toxicity and Edibility of King oyster mushroom
Is King oyster mushroom Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
