WILD-HARVESTED | YUNNAN, CHINA
The Extraordinary
The Extraordinary
Lanmaoa asiatica
A rare, blue-bruising bolete from the pine forests of Yunnan. Studied for its unique neuro-effects and prized by chefs for its umami depth.
THE SPECIES
A rare bolete with
A rare bolete with
outsized significance
Lanmaoa asiatica is a rare, blue-bruising bolete found in the pine forests of Yunnan, China, and the Philippines. Valued for its unique neuro-effects and deep umami flavor.
Scientific Name
Lanmaoa asiatica Q.B. Wang & Zhu L. Yang
Family
Boletaceae
Ecology
Ectomycorrhizal with Pinus yunnanensis
Bruising Reaction
Immediate blue-to-green discoloration
Read more about its taxonomy & discovery
Formally described in 2015 from Yunnan, China. It was previously misidentified before DNA analysis confirmed its distinct lineage. The mushroom is highly sought after by mycologists and foragers alike.
Why does it bruise blue?
Unlike psilocybin mushrooms, the blue bruising in L. asiatica is caused by the oxidation of specific chemical compounds when the flesh is exposed to air.
Wild Lanmaoa asiatica, Yunnan Province