About
Termitomyces titanicus es un hongo comestible masivo que se encuentra en África, creciendo en una relación simbiótica con ciertas especies de termitas. Puede alcanzar tamaños gigantescos, con sombreros de más de 1 metro de ancho. El hongo tiene un sabor suave y una textura porosa, y es una fuente de alimento importante en algunas regiones.
Flavors
Suave
Sutil sabor suave a champiñón
Nuez
Sabor rico y a nuez
Textures
Poroso
Carne esponjosa y porosa
Carnoso
Sustancial, similar a un bistec cuando se cocina
Fragrances
Terroso
Aroma terroso, a moho
Physical Characteristics
Caps:
Con forma de campana, hasta 60 cm de diámetro. Blanco a marrón claro.
Gills:
Amplio, abarrotado, de blanco a cremoso.
Similar Species
Species: Termitomyces robustus
Edibility: comestible
Key Differences: Tamaño mucho más pequeño
Species: Termitomyces robustus
Edibility: comestible
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References
Termite Mushrooms (Termitomyces), a Potential Source of Nutrients and Bioactive Compounds Exhibiting Human Health Benefits: A Review
Termite mushrooms have been classified to the genus Termitomyces, family Lyophyllaceae, order Agaricales. These mushrooms form a mutualistic association with termites in the subfamily Macrotermitinae. In fact, all Termitomyces species are edible and have unique food value attributed to their texture, flavour, nutrient content, and beneficial mediational properties. Additionally, Termitomyces have been recognized for their ethno-medicinal importance in various indigenous communities throughout Asia and Africa.
2023