What does "enoki" mean?

An enoki mushroom (Flammulina velutipes).

What is a synonym for "enoki"?

Common synonyms include: flammulina.

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An enoki mushroom (Flammulina velutipes).
"Enokis have a delicate flavor and crunchy texture."

"Enokis have a delicate flavor and crunchy texture."

A shortening of enokitake, from Japanese 榎茸 (enokitake). Compare enoki mushroom, which is an partial calque of the Japanese.