Tree fungi, which, as the name suggests, grow on trees, usually do not mean anything good. Tinder fungus & Co. are considered parasites that cause he althy trees to die. In addition to these tree destroyers, there are also species that are edible.
How to dry tree mushrooms?
Tree mushrooms can be dried by air drying, in the oven or in a dehydrator. When air drying, choose warm, dry weather. Dry the mushrooms in the oven at 55 degrees with the door open. In the dehydrator, follow the instructions for the oven.
What do I have to consider when drying a tree fungus in the air?
If the tree fungus is to be air dried outdoors, theweatheris thedecisive factor in removing moisture from the fungus. Therefore, only warm and dry days are suitable for this method of preserving the tree fungus. If the weather is rainy and humid, you should dry the fruiting bodies indoors.
How do I dry tree mushrooms in the oven?
Drying tree mushrooms, for example from apple trees, in the oven is an alternative to air drying. Follow the instructions below:
- Spread the tree mushrooms onto the oven rack
- If necessary, place baking paper underneath for small specimens
- alternatively use baking tray plus baking paper
- Set oven to 55 degrees fan flow
- Leave the door ajar (clamp a wooden spoon or something similar)
- Remove dried tree mushrooms from the oven after four to six hours
Can I dry a tree mushroom in the dehydrator?
Drying tree mushrooms in thedehydrator is possible. Since this method works on the oven principle, you can follow the instructions described above.
Tip
Exercise caution when collecting tree mushrooms
Since some tree fungi are also harmful to humans, you should only collect species that you can clearly classify as harmless. If you are unsure, leave the tree fungus alone or ask a mushroom expert.
