Morphological Features

  • Cap: The cap is large, fleshy, and fan-shaped or semicircular, with a diameter of 10-30 cm. It is pure white or slightly off-white, smooth, and has a slightly sticky surface when fresh.
  • Gills: The gills are white to cream and descend on the stalk if present.
  • Stem: The stem is short and thick, often lateral or eccentric, and white, with a length of 3-8 cm and a thickness of 2-4 cm.

Growth and Development

  • Growth Cycle: It has a relatively long growth cycle compared to some other mushrooms. The mycelium grows at an optimal temperature of 22-27°C, and the fruiting bodies form at temperatures between 12-18°C.
  • Substrate Requirements: It is a saprotrophic fungus, meaning it grows on decaying organic matter. It can be cultivated on a variety of substrates, including sawdust, corn cobs, and cottonseed hulls, which provide the necessary nutrients for its growtn





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