Scientists have discovered a giant new fungus in China that grows up to 20 inches tall and weighs nearly five pounds, making it the largest known of its kind and a surprising new find in a well-studied group
- East Asian forests may conceal countless undiscovered fungi, with challenging terrain and seasonal growth complicating scientific exploration.
- Hidden among the roots of trees in China’s lush forests, an extraordinary organism has emerged as a reminder that nature still has plenty of surprises in store.
- Rising nearly 20 inches above the forest floor and weighing close to five pounds, the newly identified fungus is challenging scientists’ understanding of how large certain fungal structures can become.
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- East Asian forests may conceal countless undiscovered fungi, with challenging terrain and seasonal growth complicating scientific exploration.
- Hidden among the roots of trees in China’s lush forests, an extraordinary organism has emerged as a reminder that nature still has plenty of surprises in store.
- Rising nearly 20 inches above the forest floor and weighing close to five pounds, the newly identified fungus is challenging scientists’ understanding of how large certain fungal structures can become.
Sources: Times of India