concept   mushrooms
culture   East Asia
statement   Mushrooms are highly esteemed in traditional East Asian medicine and are symbolic of longevity in the culture.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 fungus East Asia Fungus like mushrooms and seaweed are commonly used in traditional cuisine, such as in soups and stir-fries. 1
2 mushroom picking Southeast Asia A traditional cultural activity with indigenous knowledge passed down through generations, focusing on identifying and collecting wild mushrooms for culinary and medicinal purposes. 1
3 mushrooms East Asia Used in traditional medicine for various health benefits and sometimes considered a symbol of longevity. 1
4 mushrooms East Asia Some varieties are highly valued in traditional medicine and used for their medicinal properties. 1
5 picking mushrooms Southeast Asia Less common activity, and there is lower knowledge about edible mushrooms and foraging locations. 1