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Invasive golden oyster mushroom threatening Michigan's forest ecosystems

MICHIGAN, AUG 6 – Golden oyster mushrooms, introduced via home grow kits, have spread across 25 U.S. states and threaten native fungi biodiversity and potential medicinal resources, researchers say.

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A mushroom initially grown for culinary taste is now threatening Michigan's natural resources.

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Invasive golden oyster mushroom threatening Michigan's forest ecosystems

A mushroom initially grown for culinary taste is now threatening Michigan's natural resources.

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Imported fungi are spreading in the wild. What to know about golden oyster mushrooms

The mushrooms often are imported for do-it-yourself growers, but they have made it to the wild and are spreading quickly.

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Lansing State Journal broke the news in on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
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