Antique Mycology Print of Oyster Mushrooms by E.M. Fries, circa 1860

Reference
BG-11855-4
Maker
Elias Magnus Fries (Author)
Date
1860
Region
World
Category
Engraving
Sheet size
38.1 x 28.0 cm (15.0 x 11.0 in)
Condition
Good
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 150

Antique mycology print titled 'Agaricus (Pleurotus) Ulmarius. Bull.'. Pleurotus is a genus of gilled mushrooms which includes one of the most widely eaten mushrooms, P. ostreatus. species of Pleurotus may be called oyster, abalone or tree mushrooms and are some of the most commonly cultivated edible mushrooms in the world.

This print originates from 'Sveriges ätliga och giftiga svampar tecknade efter naturen'. Published in Stockholm, circa 1860.

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