Effects of Exogenous Ascorbic Acid on the Mycelia Growth and Primordia Formation of Pleurotus Ostreatus

This research investigated how vitamin C (ascorbic acid) affects the growth and development of oyster mushrooms. Scientists found that adding vitamin C helped the mushrooms grow faster and start forming their initial fruiting bodies earlier than normal. This was achieved through changes in gene activity and protein production in the mushroom cells. Impacts on everyday life: • Could lead to more efficient commercial mushroom cultivation methods • May reduce production time for edible mushrooms • Demonstrates potential for using natural compounds to enhance mushroom growth • Could help lower costs for mushroom producers and consumers • Provides insights for developing better mushroom growing techniques