Paddy straw mushroom

Volvariella volvacea

A species of Rosegills.

The paddy straw mushroom, a highly sought-after variety, is frequently grown on rice straw across East and Southeast Asia. This incredibly nutritious mushroom ranks as the world's third most consumed, albeit primarily found in canned form. It plays a significant role in various Asian culinary traditions, especially Thai cuisine.

Attributes of Paddy straw mushroom

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Cap Diameter
5 - 13 cm
Height
10 - 18 cm
Cap
Cap 5 - 12 cm across; conic to broadly convex or bell-shaped; grayish brown, gray, black
Cap Shape
Convex, Bell-shaped
Cap Surfaces
Smooth, Fibrillose-scaly
Gills
Free; close, crowded; white to pink to brownish pink
Gill Attachment
Free
Stem
Stem 6 - 12 cm long, 1 - 1.5 cm thick; equal, tapering to apex; whitish, brownish, black
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Smooth
Flesh
White; unchanging when sliced
Volva
Volva 2 - 6 cm high; sack-like; brownish gray to nearly black, whitish
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Brownish pink
Odor
Mild, earthy, not strongly characteristic.
Body Color
BrownBlackGrayWhite
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
Wood Chips or Mulch
Occurence Habitats
Disturbed Lands
Species Status
Widely distributed
Endangered Species
No

Scientific Classification of Paddy straw mushroom

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Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Pluteaceae mushrooms
Genus
Rosegills
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Toxicity and Edibility of Paddy straw mushroom

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Is Paddy straw mushroom Toxic?

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

Is Paddy straw mushroom Toxic to Dogs?

Paddy straw mushroom 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.

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