Oyster Mushroom

Pleurotus ostreatus

Description: Pleurotus ostreatus, commonly known as the oyster mushroom, is a widely cultivated and edible fungus with a fan-shaped cap resembling an oyster shell. It grows on wood in temperate and subtropical forests and is known for its delicate texture and mild, slightly sweet flavor.

Location: Temperate and subtropical forests around the world

Edibility: Edible 🍽️

Other Common Names: Oyster Mushroom, Grey Oyster Mushroom, Oyster Fungus, Hiratake, Pearl Oyster Mushroom