Shiitake mushroom

Shiitake mushroom

　　　　Shiitake mushrooms, also known as fragrant mushrooms, are a major variety of edible fungi. With their “delicately smooth texture and fragrant aroma,” they are rich in nutrients and unique in flavor, often hailed as the “king of all mushrooms and the finest of vegetables.” They are one of China’s traditional “mountain delicacies.” Since ancient times, shiitake mushrooms have been regarded as a premium product and exported to many countries, including those in Southeast Asia, Japan, and Korea. Shiitake mushrooms are not only a delicacy on the dining table but also possess unique medicinal value, making them a treasure in herbal medicine.

　　( Lishui )