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VOL. 11, ISSUE 1 (2026)
A comprehensive review on Tricholoma matsutake
Authors
Chintana B N, Dr. Suresha B S, Dr. T balasubramanian
Abstract
Tricholoma matsutake,
commonly known as the pine mushroom, is a highly valued ectomycorrhizal fungus
recognized for its nutritional, medicinal, and pharmaceutical significance. The
mushroom is rich in proteins, essential amino acids, minerals, polysaccharides,
peptides, and volatile compounds that contribute to its nutritional value and
therapeutic potential. Extensive research demonstrates that T. matsutake
exhibits a broad spectrum of pharmacological activities, including antioxidant,
anti-aging, anti-fatigue, antitumor, antihypertensive, anti-inflammatory,
antimicrobial, immunomodulatory, hypoglycaemic, radioprotective,
skin-whitening, and wound-healing effects, mainly attributed to its bioactive
polysaccharides and peptides. However, its strict ecological requirements,
limited cultivability, overharvesting, habitat loss, metal accumulation, and
allergenic potential pose challenges for its safe and sustainable utilization.
This review highlights the importance of T. matsutake as a promising
natural source for functional foods, nutraceuticals, and pharmaceutical agents,
while emphasizing the need for further studies on standardization, safety
evaluation, clinical validation, and conservation strategies to ensure its
sustainable and effective application.
Pages:117-123
How to cite this article:
Chintana B N, Dr. Suresha B S, Dr. T balasubramanian "A comprehensive review on <i>Tricholoma matsutake</i>". International Journal of Research in Pharmacy and
Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vol 11, Issue 1, 2026, Pages 117-123
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