Matsutake

Tricholoma matsutake

A species of Tricholoma. Also known as Pine mushroom.

This wild mushroom, a key ingredient in many traditional Japanese meals, faces endangerment in its native region due to the ongoing destruction of the pine forests on the islands, which serve as its host. However, it also thrives in North America, where it's harvested commercially and sold at exceptionally high prices. So far, efforts to cultivate this specific mushroom have proven unsuccessful.

Attributes of Matsutake

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Cap Diameter
4 - 19 cm
Height
5 - 15 cm
Cap
Convex, flat
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat
Cap Surfaces
Fibrillose-scaly
Gills
White to cream
Gill Attachment
Notched
Stem
Whitish at the top
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Flesh
Firm
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Fruity, sweet perfume with chlorine hint.
Body Color
Brown
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
You can find Matsutake by these plants
Pines, Spruces, Firs, Oaks, Serbian spruce
Species Status
Vulnerable
Endangered Species
No

Scientific Classification of Matsutake

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Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Pale-spore mushrooms
Genus
Tricholoma
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Toxicity and Edibility of Matsutake

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Is Matsutake Toxic?

Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.

Is Matsutake Toxic to Dogs?

Matsutake can be dangerous to dogs. If your pet has consumed this mushroom, seek immediate veterinary attention. Symptoms may vary, but early intervention is crucial for the best outcome.