Agaricus brasiliensis
Almond mushroom
An edible mushroom with unique medicinal properties. It has pronounced anti-cancer properties, helps restore the body after taking potent medications, and is used in the treatment of the digestive system, kidneys and liver. The cap is at first cylindrical or flattened-conical in shape, later convex-spread, 6-13 cm in diameter, covered with scales. The leg is long (6-12 cm), thin, white. In young champignons, the edges of the cap are connected to the stem by a solid white blanket, which later comes off, forming a solid round ring on the stem. The pulp is whitish, soft, with a pleasant aroma of almonds or anise.Champignons are dried, frozen, and prepared into aromatic soups, side dishes and sauces.

 

Eng.: Almond mushroom, Mushroom of the Sun, God's mushroom, Mushroom of Life, Royal sun agaricus, Jisongrong, Himematsutake. Suom.: Brazilianherkkusieni. Sven.: Schampinjon bresilja. Bot. syn.: Agaricus subrufescens, Agaricus rufotegulis, Agaricus blazei.