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A multilocus phylogeny of Hericium (Hericiaceae, Russulales)

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Researchers conducted the first comprehensive genetic study of lion’s mane mushrooms (Hericium species) using advanced DNA sequencing techniques. The study resolved long-standing confusion about different species and their relationships, while also describing a new species from western North America. These mushrooms are prized both as food and for traditional medicinal uses, particularly in Asia, and contain compounds with potential anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and neuroprotective properties. Better identification of species will help both commercial cultivators and medical researchers work with the correct organisms.

First Record of the Edible Mushroom Lepista sordida in Western Algerian Forest: Nutritional Value and Physicochemical Parameters of Mycelial Culture

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Researchers in Algeria discovered Lepista sordida, an edible purple mushroom, for the first time in western Algerian forests. They identified the species using DNA analysis and studied how to grow it in laboratories by testing different temperature, humidity, and pH levels. The mushroom is highly nutritious, containing significant amounts of protein and carbohydrates, making it valuable for improving local diets and addressing nutritional deficiencies.

Growth of Pleurotus Ostreatus on Different Textile Materials for Vertical Farming

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Scientists grew oyster mushrooms on different types of knitted fabrics to develop a new vertical farming method for growing food in small spaces. They found that coating the fabric with nutrient agar (a gel-like substance) was essential for mushroom growth, and surprisingly, the mushrooms grew equally well on both natural fabrics like cotton and synthetic fabrics like acrylic. The dried mushroom-fabric combinations became stiff and rigid, suggesting potential use in creating sustainable, bio-based materials for various applications.

The treasured giants: a current overview on agricultural, nutritional, bioactive, and economic potential of Macrocybe Species (Agaricales, Basidiomycota)

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Macrocybe mushrooms are giant edible fungi found in tropical regions worldwide that offer significant nutritional and health benefits. These mushrooms can be cultivated using agricultural waste materials like sawdust and straw, making them an economical crop. Rich in proteins, fibers, vitamins, and medicinal compounds, they possess antimicrobial and immune-boosting properties that could benefit human health.

Isolation and characterization of edible mushroom-forming fungi from Swedish nature

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Swedish researchers isolated 17 strains of wild edible mushroom-forming fungi from nature and studied how they grow at different temperatures and develop fruiting bodies. They found that commercially cultivated mushroom species grow faster and prefer warmer temperatures than wild species. Several strains successfully produced mushrooms on different growing substrates, particularly on birch pellets, with some performing better than established laboratory strains. All newly isolated strains have been preserved in a research collection for future studies and potential commercial mushroom production.

Mushroom By-Products as a Source of Growth Stimulation and Biochemical Composition Added-Value of Pleurotus ostreatus, Cyclocybe cylindracea, and Lentinula edodes

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Researchers discovered that leftover mushroom materials from commercial cultivation can be recycled to boost the growth of edible mushroom mycelium. When mushroom waste extracts were added to growing media, they enhanced mycelial growth by up to 89.5% and increased beneficial compounds like chitin and proteins. This finding suggests a promising way to reduce mushroom farming waste while simultaneously improving the nutritional quality of cultivated mushrooms.

Mushroom data creation, curation, and simulation to support classification tasks

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This study creates a new dataset of over 61,000 mushroom records from 173 species to help computers learn to identify whether mushrooms are safe to eat or poisonous. The researchers extracted mushroom information from an identification textbook and used computer programs to generate realistic hypothetical mushroom entries. They tested different AI methods and found that random forests (a type of machine learning algorithm) worked best, achieving perfect accuracy in identifying poisonous versus edible mushrooms.

Haplotype-Phased Chromosome-Level Genome Assembly of Floccularia luteovirens Provides Insights into Its Taxonomy, Adaptive Evolution, and Biosynthetic Potential

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Scientists successfully decoded the complete genetic blueprint of the yellow mushroom (Floccularia luteovirens), a valuable medicinal fungus found on the Tibetan Plateau. The high-quality genome assembly revealed the mushroom produces many different beneficial compounds like antitumor and anti-inflammatory molecules. The study also corrected previous scientific confusion about the mushroom’s evolutionary classification, showing it’s more closely related to other fungi than previously thought, and revealed how it adapted to harsh alpine conditions.

Discovery of two new Cortinarius species in Southern China

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Scientists discovered two new species of mushrooms in Fujian Province, China, called Cortinarius griseoaurantinus and Cortinarius yonganensis. Using DNA analysis and microscopic examination, they confirmed these are distinct species and described their unique characteristics, including their colorful caps and spore structures. Some Cortinarius mushrooms contain helpful compounds for dyes and medical research, but others can be toxic, making accurate species identification important.

The genus Clavariadelphus (Clavariadelphaceae, Gomphales) in China

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This study identifies and describes Clavariadelphus fungi found in China, a type of club-shaped mushroom. Researchers examined 50 specimens and discovered eleven different species, including four new species never before described. They used DNA analysis, microscopy, and chemical tests to identify and distinguish between species. Some of these mushrooms are sold as edible in Chinese markets, making this research important for both scientific classification and food identification.

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