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Winter rush (Flammulina velutipes) is an edible fungus of the Physalacriaceae family. It is widespread in Europe, Asia and North America. In our country this species is also known by the name Zimnenka.
In Russia it is known as Winter mushroom and Winter honeysuckle, in France it is called Collybie a pied veloute, and in Germany - Samtfussrubling. In English-speaking countries it is known as Velvet shank.
In Japan, a cultivated form of this species grows in greenhouses. It is called Enokitake and is quite different from the wild variety. As it grows without contact with the sun's rays, it is painted white. The other difference is that the tuft has a cylindrical shape due to the vessels in which it is grown.
The winter rush can be easily recognized. It has a yellowish or brown cap, which is initially bell-shaped, but over time becomes flat, with a slightly convex tip. It has a smooth surface and a diameter of up to ten centimeters.
The lamellae of the winter stump are orange or whitish. Some are free and others are fused with the stump. The stump of Flammulina velutipes is cylindrical in shape. It is thin and tough, characterized by a velvety surface.
It is relatively dark at the base, but as it approaches the Google, its color begins to approach hers. It is about 10 centimeters high. Its diameter reaches 1 centimeter. The spore pollen of this fungus is creamy white. The meat part of the winter rush at the beginning it is fragile and thin, pinkish. Over time, it becomes tough. It has a pleasant taste.
Collection and storage of winter bush
The winter rush develops successfully in cooler weather and can therefore be found mainly in the autumn and winter months. In Bulgaria, the largest amount of this species is found in the northern parts of the country, as well as in the Southwestern region.
Look for it mostly on living or rotting wood in deciduous forests. Usually several mushrooms of the species form something like a bouquet. It is also found on fruit trees. It is less often observed on coniferous trees.
Winter bush should be collected only from experienced fungi, as it may be confused with the poison ivy (Galerina Marginata). Poison gallery is a small fungus, which can be very dangerous to our health. Only a dozen fruiting bodies of the species can cause fatal poisoning in children. The reason is that its meat contains toxic substances.
The poisonous gallery, like the winter bush, grows on dead trees. However, experienced mushroom pickers would immediately distinguish them by the fact that the poisonous gallery has a clearly shaped finger on its stump. Such a formation is not seen in her twin.
There are other mushrooms that could mislead inexperienced mushroom pickers. These are Armillaria mellea, known as Common Pinscher, Kuehneromyces mutabilis (Prickly Prickly Pear) and Poisonous Punch (Hypholoma fasciculare). They deceive because of their development on wood.
Otherwise in terms of durability after detachment the winter rush surpasses some other species. It manages to stay fresh for about a week, as long as it is stored in the refrigerator.
Cooking in the winter
Winter squash is widely used in cooking. It is suitable for baking as well as for frying and breading. It is traditionally used in soups, hot dishes, skewers, fish dishes, salads, sushi, rolls, casserole, stews, risotto with vegetables and much more. The winter snag is relatively easy to prepare. The sponge is cleaned and washed under running water. It is then subjected to heat treatment and is ready in no time.
Benefits of winter snag
The winter rush has a lot of positive qualities. It is a source of selenium, which is a powerful antioxidant. In addition, it contains vitamin B1, vitamin B2 and vitamin B3. Mushrooms of this species are rich in protein, calcium, iron and more. They have been shown to help fight stress and fatigue.
It also turns out that they improve digestion, lower cholesterol levels and have the ability to deal with certain cancers. Consumption of winter butterbur lowers blood pressure and is therefore recommended for people suffering from hypertension.
According to nutritionists, the mushroom is useful because it can help reduce excess weight. Winter butterbur is used in the production of some oils, which have a relaxing and energizing effect.
Folk medicine with winter heat
In Eastern folk medicine, eating is recommended winter rush as a prophylaxis against cancer. For this purpose, half a cup of boiled winter stew should be taken every day, and it should not be seasoned. This course is held for a week, then a break of seven days and the procedure is repeated.
Then for a month drink a tincture of winter bush. It is prepared by pouring brandy caps over young mushrooms (1: 5 ratio) and placing them in a glass jar in a dark and cool place.
They have to stay like that for two weeks. The infusion is then filtered. Take 2 teaspoons of it, dissolved in 1/2 teaspoon of lukewarm boiled water. The liquid is taken three or four times a day, half an hour before meals.
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