Pennsylvania HB1090 designates the Hemlock Varnish Shelf (Ganoderma tsugae) as the official State mushroom of Pennsylvania.

HB1090 establishes the Hemlock Varnish Shelf as Pennsylvania's official State mushroom. This native fungus, closely linked to the Eastern Hemlock tree, is valued for its medicinal properties, including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits. The bill highlights the importance of mushrooms in ecosystems, noting their role in decomposing organic matter and supporting healthy soil. The designation aims to foster appreciation, education, and study of mushrooms within the state.

Pennsylvania HB1090 designates the Hemlock Varnish Shelf (Ganoderma tsugae) as the official State mushroom of Pennsylvania.

HB1090 establishes the Hemlock Varnish Shelf as Pennsylvania's official State mushroom. This native fungus, closely linked to the Eastern Hemlock tree, is valued for its medicinal properties, including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits. The bill highlights the importance of mushrooms in ecosystems, noting their role in decomposing organic matter and supporting healthy soil. The designation aims to foster appreciation, education, and study of mushrooms within the state.