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Writer's pictureDave Holland

A Brief History of Mushrooms

Updated: Apr 20

Mushrooms have been a part of human history for thousands of years. They have been used for food, medicine, and religious purposes.

mushroom in a forest

The earliest evidence of mushroom use comes from the Stone Age. Mushrooms have been

found in archaeological sites dating back to 10,000 BC. These mushrooms were likely used for food, as they are a good source of protein and vitamins.


Mushrooms were also used in ancient Egypt. They were considered to be a sacred food, and were often used in religious ceremonies. The Egyptians also used mushrooms for medicinal purposes, believing that they could cure a variety of ailments.


In the Middle Ages, mushrooms were used in Europe for both food and medicine. They were also used in witchcraft and alchemy.


In the 19th century, mushrooms began to be cultivated in Europe and North America. This made them more readily available, and they began to be used more frequently in cooking.


Today, mushrooms are a popular food all over the world. They are used in a variety of dishes, from soups and stews to pizzas and pastas. Mushrooms are also used in a variety of supplements and medicines.


Here are some of the most important events in the history of mushrooms:

  • 10,000 BC: Mushrooms are first used by humans for food.

  • 5000 BC: Mushrooms are used in ancient Egypt for food, medicine, and religious purposes.

  • 100 AD: Mushrooms are used in Europe for food and medicine.

  • 1500 AD: Mushrooms are cultivated in Europe and North America.

  • 1900 AD: Mushrooms become a popular food all over the world.

Mushrooms have played an important role in human history, and they continue to be a valuable food and medicine today.


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