Collection: Matsutake (Tricholoma Matsutake)

Code: M-001

Description: Matsutake (Tricholoma matsutake), commonly called Pine mushroom ( 松茸 ), is a highly sought after mycorrhizal mushroom that is only found to grow in the wild in temperate climate at 3,500 meters above sea level. It can not be cultivated under artificial environment. It is a protected plant species and is often referred to as the “King of Mushrooms”.

The exceedingly slow growth of the Matsutake mushroom in the wild and its labor intensive harvesting contribute to the rarity of this rarest of mushrooms. It has to be harvested as soon as it leaves the soil, together with its roots. Once its pileus is opened and exposed, it rapidly loses its flavor and distinct taste. Production of Matsutake mushrooms starts at the end of June, peaks around August, and declines in the fall.

The nutritional value of the Matsutake mushroom is very high. It is rich in high quality proteins, unsaturated fats, roughage, vitamins B1, B2, C, PP etc. Besides being highly sought after for its unique flavor and taste, it also harbors great medicinal values. It is a natural general body tonic believed to strengthen the respiratory and gastrointestinal systems. It is commonly used in deworming and the naturopathic treatment of diabetes, arms and legs parasthesia, lumbago and myriad other chronic pain syndromes.

Matsutake mushroom has long been held in high esteem as a natural panacea in Japan and Europe, often used as offerings to Emperors and Royalties. The Japanese are especially adapt in taking this medicine mushroom in the fall as a natural general body tonic to fortify the Central Nervous System and the male reproductive system, and as a prophylactic against cancers.

Price: HK$10000/1KG PACK