Not all mushrooms are created equal. While some end up in a supermarket basket for a few dollars, others command prices that rival gems and precious metals.
What makes some of them worth thousands of dollars per pound (450 grams)? The answer usually comes down to a combination of rarity, the impossibility of cultivation, a short harvest season, and a flavor or aroma that simply cannot be replicated.
In this gallery, we look at some of the most expensive species of mushrooms and why they come with such a high price tag. Curious? Click to find out.
All figures in USD.