Straw mushroom, or Volvariella volvacea, is a type of mushroom belonging to the large mushroom family that grows and thrives on various types of straw. There are many different species of this mushroom, each with varying shapes and colors such as white, gray, or grayish-black. The size of the mushroom caps can range from small to large, depending on the species.
Straw mushrooms are nutritionally rich. They contain abundant vitamins such as A, B1, B2, PP, D, E, and C, as well as seven types of amino acids. These mushrooms are commonly found in rural villages as they are often used as food.
