Preferred Substrates

Hen of the Woods, Maitake 

Environmental Conditions

Spawn Run: 70-75 

Pinning Initiation: 50-60

Fruitbody Development: 60-70

Difficulty

 Moderate

Notes

Grifola frondosa, also known as hen-of-the-woods or maitake, is a popular edible mushroom with a rich, earthy flavor. It is known for its potential health benefits, including immune system modulation and anti-cancer effects. Grifola frondosa grows in clusters of overlapping, fan-shaped caps that can reach up to several pounds in weight. It is native to Japan but is now cultivated and consumed in many countries around the world. In traditional Japanese and Chinese medicine, Grifola frondosa has been used for centuries to treat a variety of ailments, including hypertension, diabetes, and cancer.