The difference between flower mushrooms and shiitake mushrooms

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1. Appearance difference

2. Maintenance differences

3. Price difference

Appearance difference: Flower mushroom is a type of shiitake mushroom. Unlike other varieties of shiitake mushrooms, the tops of its mushrooms have large spots and obvious lines. Maintenance differences: It is suitable for growth at a temperature of 8-18°C, an air humidity of 60%-65%, and a plant material humidity of 35%-45%. Other shiitake mushrooms can grow in a warm, slightly humid environment. Price difference: Flower mushrooms are more expensive than shiitake mushrooms.

1. Differences in appearance

The flower mushroom is actually a type of shiitake mushroom. However, it is very different from other varieties of shiitake mushrooms. The top of its mushroom has large spots and lines. Other shiitake mushrooms generally do not have spots, or the spots are relatively small. Therefore, you can judge whether a shiitake mushroom is a flower mushroom based on the size of the spots on the top of the mushroom.

2. Maintenance differences

For The requirements for the breeding environment of flower mushrooms are much higher than those of ordinary shiitake mushrooms. Usually it should be placed in an environment of 8-18℃, and maintain an air humidity of 60%-65% and a plant material humidity of 35%-45%. Otherwise it will be difficult to survive. General shiitake mushrooms do not have so many requirements for the environment. They can grow as long as they are in a warm and slightly humid environment.

3. Price difference

Flowers There is also a big difference in price between shiitake mushrooms and ordinary shiitake mushrooms. Usually, fresh mushrooms can be sold for 5-8 yuan per catty, and dried mushrooms can be sold for 30-40 yuan per catty. The price of flower mushrooms is higher. Generally, fresh flower mushrooms can be sold for 12-20 yuan per catty, while dried flower mushrooms can be sold for 60-150 yuan per catty.

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