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Lentinus

Lentinus

9.8
A group of mushrooms that grow on wood like shiitake
  • noun
  • /ˈlɛntɪnəs/
  • Specialized
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  • The common shiitake mushroom was formerly classified under the genus Lentinus.

Examples

  • The common shiitake mushroom is one of the most popular members of the Lentinus genus.

  • Many species within Lentinus decompose wood, playing an important role in forest ecosystems.

  • Researchers discovered a new medicinal compound in a recently described Lentinus species.

  • The Lentinus genus includes various edible mushrooms.

  • Many chefs love to cook with Lentinus species.

  • Many species within Lentinus can be found growing on decaying logs in forested areas.

  • The Lentinus genus is known for its diverse edible mushrooms, particularly in Asian cuisine.

Compounds

Lentinus edodes
  • Specialized
8.1

A mushroom from East Asia that people eat and grow for food

scaly lentinus
  • Specialized
9.9

A mushroom with a scaly cap, white flesh, and a ring on its stalk that smells like licorice

Surface Forms

Lentinus singular
Lentini singular

Etymology

Lentinus is the scientific name for a group of mushrooms and comes from the Latin root lent-, which can suggest 'soft' or remind you of 'lentil'. A helpful way to remember it is to picture soft, lentil-like mushroom caps, which is why the name fits this group of fungi.