| Attribute |
Specification |
| Botanical Name |
Agaricus bisporus (common edible species) |
| Common Name |
Mushroom |
| Family |
Agaricaceae |
| Cap Shape |
Convex to flat (varies with maturity) |
| Cap Diameter |
2–10 cm (button stage to mature) |
| Cap Color |
White, off-white, brown (depending on variety) |
| Gills |
Pink (immature), turning brown to black (mature) |
| Stem (Stipe) Shape |
Cylindrical, solid or slightly hollow |
| Stem Length |
2–6 cm |
| Stem Diameter |
1–2 cm |
| Texture |
Smooth, firm when fresh |
| Moisture Content |
85–92% |
| Flesh Color |
White |
| Taste (Cooked) |
Mild, earthy, umami flavor |
| Odor |
Mildly earthy (fresh), pungent if spoiled |
| Weight (Per Unit) |
10–50 grams (varies by size) |
