Pleurotus tuber-regium (Fr.) Singer: Biology, Nutritional Composition, Nutraceutical Potential and Cultivation Strategies
Scientia Review
Volume 2, 2026 – Issue 5
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Multi Technology Testing Centre & Vocational Training Centre, College of Fisheries, Central Agricultural University (Imphal), Lembucherra, Agartala- 799210, Tripura, India
Scientia Review
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2(5), 2026
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Article ID: SR01118
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ISSN: 3107-7919
Received: 4 May 2026
Revised: 5 May 2026
Accepted: 6 May 2026
Published online: 7 May 2026
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Kumar, V., & Chhetri, A. (2026). Pleurotus tuber-regium (Fr.) Singer: Biology, Nutritional Composition, Nutraceutical Potential and Cultivation Strategies. Scientia Review, 2(5), 15-17
Pleurotus tuber-regium is a tropical edible mushroom distinguished by its underground sclerotium and high nutritional and medicinal value. It grows on decaying lignocellulosic substrates and is widely distributed in Africa and Asia. The mushroom is rich in proteins, dietary fiber, vitamins, minerals and bioactive compounds such as polysaccharides and phenolics. It exhibits antioxidant, antimicrobial, antidiabetic and immunomodulatory properties. Its ability to grow on agro-wastes makes it a sustainable food source with significant applications in nutrition, medicine and environmental management.
Keywords: Proteins, Dietary fiber, Vitamins, Minerals, Polysaccharides, Antioxidant