Tag: How Large Is an Average Mushroom?
What Was the Largest Mushroom Ever Grown?
The largest mushroom ever grown is sometimes referred to as the Humongous Fungus, and it measures 3.7 square miles in area. That’s right, a single organism has reached a size larger than some small towns, essentially taking over a large portion of land in the Malheur National Forest in Oregon. This mushroom belongs to the Armillaria ostoyae species. The …
Largest Mushroom Ever Grown
Whether you’ve had to pry one out of your dog’s mouth while on a walk or exclaim with glee when you witness a “fairy circle”, the chances are that you have seen some mushrooms throughout your life. These fungi make a great pizza topping and serve an important role in the environment. The mushrooms most people are …