Bamboo mushroom, Netted stinkhorn
Dictyophora indusiata
Family: Phallaceae
What it is like
A mushroom. It grows 15-20 cm tall. This mushroom is enclosed in a white lacy veil.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Australia, China, Pacific, Samoa
How it is used for food
The fungus is dried and then reconstituted in water and simmered until tender.
It is reserved for banquet dishes. It is canned in China.
Edible parts
Mushroom, fungus
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Zhusun