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Auricularia

The auricularia genus encompasses jelly fungi native to temperate regions of Europe and North America, mostly occurring on wood substrate. Some varieties are widely grown and consumed in Asia. The members of this genus are known for their ear-like shape, hence the common name Wood ear fungi.

Scientific classification

Genus

Auricularia (Auricularia)

Auriculariaceae

Mushroom-forming fungi

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Semi-evergreen

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Species

Jelly ear Wood ears Jelly ear Jelly Tree Ear

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