field mushroom

The field mushroom, scientifically known as Agaricus campestris, is a common edible fungus found in grasslands and lawns. It belongs to the order Agaricales, which is one of the most diverse groups within the phylum Basidiomycota. This order encompasses a vast array of species, traditionally identified by the presence of gills and mushroom-shaped fruiting bodies.123

The Agaricus genus includes the field mushroom and the widely cultivated white button mushroom (Agaricus bisporus), also known as the portobello mushroom. These fungi are a source of various nutrients, including B vitamins, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, and copper. Some mushrooms, when exposed to ultraviolet light, can also produce vitamin D.34