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Uchina
Auricularia sambuncina

Family: Auriculariaceae


What it is like

A slime mushroom.


Where it is found

It grows on and rots wood.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, India, Northeastern India


How it is used for food

The mushroom is eaten after boiling. They can be dried and stored.

The mushroom is sold in markets.

Edible parts

Mushroom, fungus


How it is grown


Its other names

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