Antibacterial and Antifungal Activity and Acute Toxicity of Crude Extracts From the Wild Edible Mushrooms Cantharellus veraecrucis, Cantharellus violaceovinosus, and Turbinellus floccosus
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Researchers tested extracts from three wild edible mushroom species found in Mexican forests for their ability to fight harmful bacteria and fungi. The extracts showed promise against disease-causing microorganisms, with one species particularly effective against agricultural plant pathogens. While the extracts showed moderate toxicity at high doses, the results suggest these mushrooms could be developed into natural pesticides or medicines.