What is Black Fungus?
Black Fungus, or Auricularia poytricha, is sometimes known as wood ear, cloud ear, judas ear or tree ear. It is a mushroom that is dark brown to black and native to Asia and some Pacific islands with humid climates. It is often used in Asian cooking and delicious with rich & smooth taste. It is a beneficial herb in helping with health issues by treating the lungs, stomach and liver, according to the Insititue of Chinese Medicine.
