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Oyster Mushroom

Pleurotus ostreatus

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Description:

This was my first encounter with an oyster mushroom, and at the time, I didn't even realize! Oyster Mushrooms are common and sought out for their edibility. They have a very pleasant odor--some have described it as apple-like.

Habitat:

Emerging from a fallen pine at Lake Catherine State Park, near Hot Springs, Arkansas.

Reference Links:

Pleurotus ostreatus (Jacq.) P. Kumm. 1871-Encyclopedia of Life, Pleurotus ostreatus, Pleurotus ostreatus (MushroomExpert.Com)

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PublishedMay 17, 2016

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