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When Lightning Strikes, Mushrooms Bloom?

October 17, 2025

Old Japanese folklore states lightning makes mushrooms multiply, and now scientists are proving that myth might be rooted in reality. Researchers found that controlled bursts of electricity can double mushroom reproduction for certain species like shiitake and nameko, sparking new curiosity about how lightning-level energy could revolutionize other types of farming.