Difference between Cichlidia and Izumo Mushroom
As far as I know, the main differences between Cichlidia and Izumo Mushroom are as follows:
1. Plant family: Cichlidia belongs to Amanita phalloides and Izumo Mushroom belongs to Zelospermaceae.
2. Morphological features: Ciguardia leaves are round or ovate, large; Izumo leaves are oval, small.
3. Flower color: white or mauve flower of Cicer arietinum, white or pink flower of Cicer arietinum.
4. Fruit Characteristics: The fruit of Cicer arietinum is spherical or ellipsoid with many seeds; the fruit of Cicer arietinum is ellipsoid with fewer seeds.
5. Growing environment: Cicer arietinum is born at the water's edge or wetland, it is adaptable and cold-resistant; the mushroom is born in shallow ponds and other wet places.
6. Edible value: Ciguardia has a delicate flavor, while Agaricus is crispy and can be stewed, stir-fried, or mixed with cold vegetables.
7. Medicinal value: Cigu has the efficacy of clearing away heat and detoxification, expectorant and cough, etc. The mushroom has the efficacy of clearing away heat and detoxification, and promoting water retention and swelling.