Hericium

Hericium erinaceus, Japanese Yamabushitake, Chinese Hou Tou Gu, English Lion's Mane

Hericium gets its Czech and English name from the shape of the fruit. It resembles a sea coral or a lion's mane. The fruits are about 7-15 cm in size, but can be much larger, up to 40 cm. The fruiting bodies are dome-shaped and 'frayed' on the underside with overhangs that resemble spines. Hericium grows on the trunks of wounded deciduous trees and on stumps, especially in areas in the northern hemisphere. Thus, it can be found in Europe, Asia and North America.

Hericium is an edible and very tasty mushroom. It has its place in the gastronomy of Asian peoples. However, it is not only a food but also a vital mushroom, which is mainly used in traditional medicine in Asia, including Chinese medicine. But it was also known to the Indians of North America. It was not until the 18th century that the mushroom was documented "scientifically". Two mycologists took care of it, the first was the Frenchman J. B. F. Bulliard, who gave it the name Hydnum erinaceus, its current name is Hericium Ch. H. Persoon in 1797.

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