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Melanopsichium esculentum
Family: Ustilaginaceae
What it is like
A smut fungus. It attacks wild rice (Zizania latifolia Turcz.).
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, India, Northeastern India
How it is used for food
It is eaten raw or fried.
It is sold in markets.
Edible parts
Fungus
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Ustilago esculenta P.Henn.;