Auricularia cornea is a species of fungus in the order Auriculariales. It is commercially cultivated for food in China. The species was previously referred to Auricularia polytricha, but the latter species is probably a later synonym. Auricularia cornea is a popular ingredient in many Chinese dishes and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Categories: Edible fungi Fungus Mushrooms Wood Ear mushroom
Characteristic of: Buddhist cuisine Chinese cuisine
Also known as:
English: Cloud ear mushroomCloud ear fungus
Latin species name: Auricularia cornea
Wikidata ID: Q10422716
Wikipedia title: Auricularia cornea
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Wikipedia article: Auricularia cornea

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