The Polysporus Genus
The Polysporus genus of fungi represents a diverse group with significant biotechnological potential. Fungi, in general, play crucial roles in various ecological processes and have […]
Fungi
Exploring the Pleurotus Genus: Diversity, Characteristics, and Biotechnological Marvels
The Pleurotus genus, commonly known as oyster mushrooms, represents a fascinating group of fungi with diverse species and significant biotechnological applications. These mushrooms have garnered […]
Harnessing Fungal Potential: Submerged Culture for Mushroom Mycelia Growth and Post-Fermentation Treatment
Mushrooms have been an integral part of human diets and traditional medicine for centuries. While the fruiting bodies are commonly consumed, the mycelium, the vegetative […]
The Amazing Health Benefits Of The Reishi Mushroom
Reishi mushrooms are hitting the headlines as a fungus to watch out for in health terms. We often talk about fungus for their positive health […]
Chaga – A Leading Mushroom
One of the developing trends for foods and beverages in particular may well reside with the chaga mushroom. Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) is particularly interesting at […]
Morchella Genus: The Enigmatic Morels and Their Biotechnological Significance
Introduction The Morchella genus encompasses a group of fungi renowned for their distinctive appearance and culinary allure. Morels, as they are commonly known, are cherished […]
The Health Benefits Of Black Fungus
The black fungus (Auricularia polytricha) is not the most attractive name that ever rolled off the culinary tongue but it does have some excellent health […]
The Mushroom – How They Are Developing Their Health Benefits
The mushroom may become one of our leading healthy foods for all sorts of reasons. All mushrooms are fungi. They produce spores, similar to pollen […]
Morchella Angusticeps
Morchella angusticepes Peck (M. angusticepes Peck) is a very interesting fungus as well as being a Morel. It is a member of the Morchellaceae family which […]
Citreoviridin
Citreoviridin (CIT) is a highly toxic mycotoxin produced by the mould Penicillium citreoviridin (PCV) [ Penicillium citreonigrum]. The mould itself is a very common contaminant of a number […]
Mycotoxins Are Bad!
Mycotoxins are ubiquitous toxic metabolites produced by fungi via secondary metabolism. Many of them are contaminants, often finding their way into food, beverages and water. […]
The Shiitake Mushroom
The shiitake [Lentinula edodes or Lentinus edodes] mushroom is one of the most popular edible mushrooms in China and other parts of East Asia. It is […]
The Health Benefits Of the Chicken Mushroom
The Chicken mushroom or chicken of the woods, (Laetiporus sulphureus) is claimed many of its admirers to be an edible fungus for the gourmand. It […]
Pleurotus citrinopileatus
The genus, Pleurotus provides a number of species used not only for food but also for its therapeutic properties. Pleurotus citrinopileatus for example is grown […]
Powdery Mildew
One fungal disease of vegetable plants and some fruit trees which is debilitating is powdery mildew. It affects the foliage and stems by covering them […]
Cordyceps sinensis
Cordyceps sinensis (Berk.) Sacc. (family Clavicipitaceae) which is also known as winter worm or summer grass also means Dong-Chong-Xia-Cao in China. It is an important […]
Black And White Truffle Species
Black and white truffle species are found worldwide. Their culinary and commercial value is mainly due to their sensory properties especially their aroma. The quality […]
Food Colours From Monascus purpureus
The production of natural colours by fermentation is now well established industrially. Natural being the operative word. Now that food additives such as the synthetic […]
Cynomorium – The Basis To The Wonder Drug
Cynomorium songaricum Rupr. and its relation C. coccineum L. are both exciting plants, uniquely placed in their own family the Cynomoriaceae. C. songaricum is an extremely interesting root […]
Healthy Fungi – Antrodia (Niuchangchih)
Medicinal mushrooms are recognised as valuable chemoprotective agents and none more so than the Antrodia genus. Antrodia cinnamomea, known as Niuchangchih in particular lives inside […]