Is Fungus a plant? Why does Fungus have a pungent smell?

Contents of this article

1. Is Fungus a plant?

2. Why does fungus have a pungent smell?

3. Is white fungus the same as Tremella fuciformis?

Is wood ear a plant?

Fungus is not a plant, but a fungus. Fungus cells have cell walls, cytoplasm, cell membranes and nuclei, but no chloroplasts and cannot photosynthesize, so they belong to fungi. Fungus, also known as cloud ear and mulberry ear, is an important edible fungus in my country.

Fungus is divided into naturally grown and artificially cultivated ones. In my country, it is mainly distributed in Jilin, Fujian, Taiwan, Hubei, Guangdong, Guangxi, Sichuan, Guizhou, Zhejiang, Heilongjiang and other regions.

Fungus has a soft texture, tender taste and delicious flavor. It can be eaten cold, stir-fried, made into soup, or in hot pot, etc.

Fungus has high nutritional value and is rich in protein, fat, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals such as iron and potassium. Modern nutritionists praise it as "the meat among vegetables."

Why does fungus have a pungent smell?

1. Chemical processing

The pungent smell of black fungus may be caused by the addition of chemicals during the production process. Some unscrupulous merchants will use magnesium sulfate to soak the ground fungus to make it the same color as black fungus, but this kind of fungus has been processed and has a pungent smell, and after soaking, it will turn the clear water black.

2. Improper storage

The pungent smell of black fungus may be due to improper storage. Dried black fungus should generally be stored in a dry, ventilated and cool environment. If the dried black fungus is placed in a humid environment, it will get damp and a pungent smell will appear over time, indicating that the black fungus has deteriorated and cannot be eaten.

3. Selection method

When selecting black fungus, you should observe its hardness and taste. Generally, high-quality black fungus has less water content and will break into pieces with a light squeeze of your hands. It also has a faint smell of sawdust and a high swelling rate. Poor-quality black fungus has more water content and cannot be easily crushed. It also has a sour or irritating taste.

Is white fungus the same as Tremella fuciformis?

White fungus is a kind of Tremella fuciformis. It has a translucent cockscomb shape, smooth colloid wrinkles on the surface, and is mainly white and yellow in color. It is rich in protein, fat, vitamin B, and a variety of amino acids, which can nourish the lungs, nourish the stomach, and promote the production of body fluids. However, it is not suitable for patients with wind-cold cough.

1. Introduction to Tremella

White fungus is also called silver ear, snow ear, silver ear, etc. It has a translucent cockscomb appearance, smooth gelatinous wrinkles on the surface, and its main color is white and yellow. After soaking in water, the surface of white fungus becomes smooth and elastic, and the wrinkles are separated into flat and thin petals.

2. Edible effect

White fungus is rich in protein, vitamins, and a variety of amino acids and other nutrients. The vitamin D in it can promote the body's absorption of calcium and promote growth and development. In addition, white fungus can nourish the lungs, nourish the stomach and promote fluid production. Long-term use can remove spots and nourish the skin.

3. Applicable people

White fungus is mild in nature and is very suitable for people with yin deficiency and hyperactivity of fire. It can nourish the body, calm the mind and help sleep. However, white fungus has the effect of clearing lung heat. People with wind-cold cough should not eat white fungus, so as not to aggravate the symptoms of cold body and be detrimental to the condition.