Tricholoma matsutake and Agaricus blazei are similar in name and appearance, but there are many differences in efficacy, origin, taste and nutritional value, so they are not the same ingredients, so we must distinguish them clearly.

What's the difference between Tricholoma matsutake and Agaricus blazei? 1, variety difference

Tricholoma matsutake belongs to Tricholoma. The output of Tricholoma matsutake in China is very high, accounting for 70% of the world, while that in Yunnan accounts for 65% of the whole country. It is a pure natural wild fungus and cannot be cultivated artificially.

Agaricus blazei produced in Brazil belongs to Agaricus family and is completely different from Tricholoma matsutake. Because it can be cultivated artificially, the price is relatively low, and the current market price is about one thirtieth of that of Tricholoma matsutake.

2, the shape difference

Tricholoma matsutake's feet give people a more symmetrical feeling, and there will be no big middle and small bottom.

Agaricus blazei is large and small, giving people an unlucky feeling.

3. The difference between smell and taste

Tricholoma matsutake: Tricholoma matsutake has a very strong special smell; The taste also gives people a feeling of lubrication.

Agaricus blazei Murill: It has a strong almond fragrance and a crisp and tender taste.

4. Differences in growth environment

Although Tricholoma matsutake grows in temperate regions at an altitude of 1600-3300m, it is mainly produced in dense forests, and the requirements for the growth environment are also very harsh, and it can only grow in unpolluted virgin forests.

On the other hand, Agaricus blazei grows on grasslands with livestock manure. It is mainly produced in Brazil or Peru and mainly grows in some high temperature, humid and ventilated environments.

5. Difference in efficacy

Tricholoma matsutake has high nutritional value, and is rich in unsaturated fatty acids, amino acids and multivitamins. In addition, there are precious active ingredients, which have a very obvious effect on helping to fight cancer and tumor. Regular consumption also helps to improve immunity and is suitable for the general population.

Agaricus blazei is rich in protein and trace elements, which is quite different from Tricholoma matsutake in efficacy and has obvious effects on lowering blood pressure, blood lipid and cholesterol.