Lentinus edodes is the fruiting body of the fungus Lentinus edodes, which belongs to the family Agaricus of Basidiomycetes and is one of the famous edible fungi in the world. It contains a unique flavor substance: Lentinus edodes essence, which forms a unique mushroom fragrance, so it is called "Lentinus edodes".

Because of its rich nutrition, refreshing aroma and delicious taste, it is known as the "king of mushrooms", "queen of mushrooms" and "crown of vegetables". Not only ranked above Volvariella volvacea and Pleurotus ostreatus, but also known as the "queen of plants" and one of the "delicacies".

The mushroom cap is umbrella-shaped, with a diameter of 3-6 cm. It is yellow-brown or dark-brown, with white pleats and yellow stipe, and has cotton-wool-like white scales, which are not obvious after drying.

Lentinus edodes has the nutritional characteristics of high protein, low fat, polysaccharide, multiple amino acids and multiple vitamins. Mushrooms are especially delicious because they contain agaric acid and tricholomic acid, which are rare in general foods.

Mushrooms grow in winter (from beginning of winter to Qingming next year). It is mainly produced in the mountainous areas of Zhejiang, Fujian, Jiangxi and Anhui provinces. Mushrooms are delicious and fragrant, and they are excellent edible fungi.