Where does the original truffle come from?

Answer 1

The original truffle, specifically the black truffle (Tuber melanosporum), is primarily found in regions of southern Europe, particularly in France and Italy. These fungi grow underground in symbiotic relationships with the roots of certain trees, such as oak and hazelnut. Truffles thrive in specific soil conditions and climates, requiring a temperate environment with well-drained, alkaline soil. Other notable truffle species, like the white truffle (Tuber magnatum), are also native to parts of Italy.