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Matsutake

What is Matsutake?

Matsutake is the common name for a highly sought after mycorrhizal mushroom that grows in Asia, Europe, and North America. It is prized by the Japanese and Chinese for its distinct spicy-aromatic odor. [1]



History

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Source(s) Derived From

 Other Natural Sources

Matsutake grow under trees and are usually concealed under fallen leaves and duff on the forest floor. [1]

Natural or Artificial?

 Natural

References
  1. Matsutake - Wikipedia

Aliases (Also Known As)


 Matsutake Mushrooms

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Revision History

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Ingredient addedUPC Food SearchMarch 2, 2013 @ 4:15 AM

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