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Wild Mushroom Basics (Part 4)
6. Green-headed mushroom
Basic Introduction
The green-headed mushroom primarily grows in grassy patches within forests and fruits from June to September each year. When first emerging from the ground, it resembles a sphere but gradually unfolds into a flattened, circular shape. The cap has a firm texture and displays a mixed greenish-blue and white coloration. The flesh is pale white, tender, and fragrant, rich in various nutrients such as protein, calcium, phosphorus, iron, sulfur, and vitamin B.
Nutritional Analysis
The green-headed mushroom contains nutrients such as protein, carbohydrates, calcium, phosphorus, iron, vitamin B2, and niacin.
Suitable for:
It is generally suitable for most people to consume, and particularly beneficial for those suffering from eye disorders, excessive liver fire, depression, or dementia.
Dietary therapeutic effects
The aroma is sweet and slightly sour, and it is non-toxic. It primarily treats blurred vision and can clear the fire from the Liver meridian, dissipate heat, and soothe the Qi. It is especially beneficial for women suffering from emotional stagnation. It exerts a remarkable inhibitory effect on conditions such as irritability, anxiety, depression, and dementia.
7. Tiger Palm Mushroom
The tiger-claw mushroom grows deep within the grassy thickets on high-altitude cliffs. In Yunnan Province, it is found only in a few locations in Chuxiong Yi Autonomous Prefecture and the Lijiang region. This mushroom has no cap and no stem; its fruiting body is covered with a fine layer of soft fuzz, giving it a yellow-brown color with distinct black patterns that resemble tiger claws—hence its name.
The fruiting bodies of the tiger palm mushroom are robust and plump, with tender and delicate flesh. They contain abundant extracellular polysaccharides, are resistant to damage, and are highly nutritious. According to analytical measurements, the dried product contains 17 amino acids, including 7 essential amino acids that account for 41.46% of the total, as well as 11 minerals and trace elements.
The tiger palm mushroom has a neutral nature and a sweet taste. It helps dispel wind-cold, relax tendons, and promote blood circulation. In folk medicine, it’s also used as an aphrodisiac and has the effect of lowering cholesterol levels in the blood.
To prepare Tiger’s Claw mushrooms, first wash them thoroughly and slice them into thick strips. Then, stir-fry them in a pan together with mung bean sprouts and shredded pork belly, adding seasonings as you go. Once cooked, drizzle over some rendered chicken fat, and you’ll have “Silver Tooth Shredded Pork with Tiger’s Claw Mushrooms.” This dish boasts an enticing aroma and a unique flavor—it’s truly one of the finest dishes among edible mushroom recipes.
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