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In cuisine and commerce, particularly in France and Italy, the summer truffle (T. aestivum) is distinguished from the burgundy truffle (T. uncinatum). However, molecular analysis showed in 2004 that these two varieties of truffle are one species. The differences between them are therefore likely due to environmental factors. [2] [3]
Summer truffles in a shop in Rome. The black summer truffle (Tuber aestivum) is found across Europe and is prized for its culinary value. [8] Burgundy truffles (designated Tuber uncinatum, but the same species) are harvested in autumn until December and have aromatic flesh of a darker colour. These are associated with various trees and shrubs.
Harvested white truffle (Tuber magnatum) at Ceva, Cuneo, Italy. Tuber is a genus in the fungal family Tuberaceae, with estimated molecular dating to the end of the Jurassic period (156 Mya). [2] It includes several species of truffles that are highly valued as delicacies.
Truffles are a type of edible fungi that grow underground near the roots of certain oak trees. They have a unique flavor that's savory and earthy. What Exactly Is a Truffle and Why Does It Cost So ...
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Tuber melanosporum, called the black truffle, Périgord truffle or French black truffle, [1] is a species of truffle native to Southern Europe. It is one of the most expensive edible fungi in the world. In 2013, the truffle cost between 1,000 and 2,000 euros per kilogram.
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The truffle fruitbodies develop underground in mycorrhizal association with certain trees e.g. oak, poplar, beech, and hazel. Being difficult to find, trained pigs or dogs are often used to sniff them out for easy harvesting. Tuber aestivum (Summer or St. Jean truffle) Tuber magnatum (Piemont white truffle) Tuber melanosporum (Périgord truffle)