Wood Ear (Auricularia auricula-judae / polytricha)
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Wood Ear Mushroom Names: From Jew's Ear to Black Fungus
Wood ear mushroom has a dozen names across cultures. Here is why it was called Jew's ear, why that changed, and how cloud ear and black fungus differ.
What Is Wood Ear Mushroom? The Ancient Blood Health Mushroom
Wood ear mushroom has been eaten and used medicinally in China for thousands of years. Research shows polysaccharides that slow clotting through antithrombin, reshape gut bacteria, and carry unusual amounts of iron.