Agaricus campestris
Agaricus campestris
Agaricus campestris (pronunciation: /əˈɡærɪkəs kæmˈpestrɪs/), commonly known as the field mushroom or meadow mushroom, is a widely consumed edible mushroom species.
Etymology
The name Agaricus campestris is derived from two Latin words. Agaricus is a reference to Agaria, Sardis' ancient city, where Pliny the Elder, a Roman author, first identified a type of mushroom. Campestris means "of the fields" in Latin, which refers to the mushroom's common habitat.
Description
Agaricus campestris is a gilled mushroom that grows in meadows, lawns, and other grassy areas. The cap is white or cream-colored, and the gills are initially pink, then turn brown and finally black as the mushroom matures. The stem is white and has a ring.
Culinary Use
Agaricus campestris is a popular edible mushroom. It is often used in cooking for its mild flavor and firm texture. It can be eaten raw in salads, cooked in soups, stews, or used as a pizza topping.
Related Terms
- Mushroom: A fungus that produces a fleshy, spore-bearing fruiting body, typically in the form of a dome or umbrella.
- Fungus: Any member of the group of eukaryotic organisms that includes microorganisms such as yeasts and molds, as well as the more familiar mushrooms.
- Spore: A unit of sexual or asexual reproduction that may be adapted for dispersal and for survival, often for extended periods of time, in unfavorable conditions.
- Gill (mushroom): The papery hymenophore rib under the cap of some mushroom species, most often but not always agarics.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Agaricus campestris
- Wikipedia's article - Agaricus campestris
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