Tremella fuciformis, known as snow fungus, silver ear fungus, and white jelly mushroom, is a species of fungus and has white, frond-like, gelatinous basidiocarps (fruiting bodies). Tremella fuciformis fungus is one of the most popular fungi in the cuisine and medicine of China.
In Chinese cuisine, tremella fuciformis is traditionally used in sweet dishes. While tasteless, it is valued for its gelatinous texture as well as its supposed medicinal benefits. It is used as a component of a drink and as an ice cream. Tremella fuciformis is used as a beauty product by women, it can increase moisture retention in the skin and prevent senile degradation of micro-blood vessels in the skin, reduce wrinkles and smooth fine lines.
