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Black Truffle
Tuber melanosporum
Tuber melanosporum, commonly known as the black truffle, is a subterranean ascomycete fungus, a prized delicacy in cuisine. It's characterized by its dark, irregular shape and rich, earthy aroma. Recognizing and harvesting truffles is challenging due to their hidden nature; trained animals are often employed.
| Category | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| Culinary Usage | Edible plant | |
| Estimated Plant Lifespan | unknown lifespan | |
| Sun Requirements | Less than 2 hours direct sunlight (Full Shade) | |
| Watering Requirements | Notes: Truffles are subterranean fungi and their watering requirements are highly dependent on the specific conditions of the soil and surrounding environment. | |
| Alternative Names | Black Périgord Truffle |
Cultivars
Common Onion
Allium cepa
Onions can attract truffle flies, which may lead to truffles forming closer to the onion roots.
wild cherry
Prunus avium
The combination of a slightly acidic soil and the root systems of cherry trees can potentially influence the growth conditions conducive to truffle formation.
English oak
Quercus robur
Oak trees are often found in areas where truffles thrive, suggesting a potential beneficial relationship in terms of soil conditions or mycorrhizal interactions.
tomato
Solanum lycopersicum
Tomatoes can compete for resources, particularly nitrogen, and their rapid growth may not be conducive to the slower, more nuanced growth requirements of truffles.
cabbage, broccoli, and allies
Brassica oleracea
Cabbage plants can compete with truffles for resources. The extensive root systems may compete for nutrients and water.