Studies morphological and determination of folic acid, β-glucans, protein and fiber of local edible mushrooms in Loei province

Authors

  • Niramol Srichana Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Technology, Loei Rajabhat University, Loei, 42000, Thailand
  • Suwatchai Misuna Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Technology, Loei Rajabhat University, Loei, 42000, Thailand
  • Panruethai Putthongsri Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Technology, Loei Rajabhat University, Loei, 42000, Thailand
  • Rasamee Nontee Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Technology, Loei Rajabhat University, Loei, 42000, Thailand

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55674/cs.v18i3.265617

Keywords:

Local Edible Mushrooms, Folic Acid, β-Glucans, Protein, Fiber

Abstract

This study examined the morphology and quantified folic acid, β-glucans, protein, and fiber contents in 25 species of local edible mushrooms from Loei Province. This study aimed to analyze the functional nutrients of local edible mushrooms collected from Loei Province. Morphological characteristics of the cap/pileus, stem, gills, flesh, and special features like veils and rings were analyzed, revealing distinct differences useful for effective species classification and reflecting the biodiversity adapted to varied local environments. Quantitative analysis was performed in triplicate using high-performance liquid chromatography for folic acid and beta-glucan. The results showed that folic acid ranged from 0.09 to 1.52 mg 100g-1, β-glucans from 183.46 to 1197.41 mg 100g-1, protein from 1.31 to 35.88%, and fiber from 0.15 to 9.49%. The highest folic acid content was found in Coprinus fimetarrius, β-glucans in Lentinus squarrosulus, protein in Tylopilus plumbeoviolaceus, and fiber in Phallus indusiatus. Variations in these nutritional components were influenced by physiological traits, nutrient accumulation capacity, environmental conditions, soil fertility, temperature, and rainfall in the collection areas. The research findings hold scientific value and can serve as baseline data for further development into products that enhance the economic value of local edible mushrooms while expanding consumer choices for diverse mushroom consumption.      

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HIGHLIGHTS

  • Morphological traits (cap, gills, stipe, base) enable precise identification of 25 Loei Province edible mushrooms, distinguishing safe species from toxic relatives for food safety.
  • Coprinus fimetarrius exhibited highest folic acid (0.15 mg/100g); lowest in Russula virescens (Schaeff.) Fr., Russula emetic (Schaeff. & Fr.) S.F.Gray., Boletus edulis Bulliard ex Fries., Craterellus odoratus (Schwein.) Fr., Russula foetens (Pers.) Fr., and Russula cyanoxantha (Schaeff. Ex Secr.) Fr. (0.01 mg/100g).
  • Lentinus squarrosulus showed peak β-glucan content (11.97 mg/g); Boletellus emodensis (Berk.)Sing. lowest (1.83 mg/g), highlighting species-specific soluble fiber variation.
  • Tylopilus plumbeoviolaceus contained highest protein (26.39%); Amanita hemibapha (Berk.& Br.) Sacc. lowest (1.31%), reflecting genetic and environmental protein accumulation differences.
  • Phallus indusiatus had maximum fiber (9.49%); Galiella rufa (Schweinitz) Nannfeldt & Korf. minimum (0.15%), demonstrating dietary fiber diversity for functional food applications.
  • Nutrient variations driven by genetics, soil fertility, temperature, humidity, and growth stage align with global research, supporting biodiversity conservation and economic utilization.

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2026-06-05

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Srichana, N., Misuna, S., Putthongsri, P., & Nontee , R. (2026). Studies morphological and determination of folic acid, β-glucans, protein and fiber of local edible mushrooms in Loei province . Creative Science, 18(3), 265617. https://doi.org/10.55674/cs.v18i3.265617

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