title: Agaricus subrufescens: A review.
abstract: Medicinal mushrooms have currently become a hot issue due to their various therapeutic properties. Of these, Agaricus subrufescens, also known as the "almond mushroom", has long been valued by many societies (i.e., Brazil, China, France, and USA). Since its discovery in 1893, this mushroom has been cultivated throughout the world, especially in Brazil where several strains of A. subrufescens have been developed and used as health food and alternative medicine. This article presents up-to-date information on this mushroom including its taxonomy and health promoting benefits. Medicinal properties of A. subrufescens are emphasized in several studies which are reviewed here. In addition, safety issues concerning the use of this fungus will be discussed.
authors: School of Science, Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai 57100, Thailand ; Mushroom Research Foundation, Chiang Mai 50150, Thailand.
authors: Komsit
authors: K
authors: Wisitrassameewong
authors: Samantha C
authors: SC
authors: Karunarathna
authors: Naritsada
authors: N
authors: Thongklang
authors: Ruilin
authors: R
authors: Zhao
authors: Philippe
authors: P
authors: Callac
authors: Serge
authors: S
authors: Moukha
authors: Cyril
authors: C
authors: Férandon
authors: Ekachai
authors: E
authors: Chukeatirote
authors: Kevin D
authors: KD
authors: Hyde
keywords: Anti-cancer properties; Bioactive compounds; Medicinal mushroom; Toxicity; β-Glucans
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