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Common Name(s)

Shiitake, Black Forest Mushroom

Preferred Substrates

Hardwood logs and stumps, hardwood sawdust blocks

Environmental Conditions

Vegetative Growth (Incubation Stage):

Temperature: 60°F to 75°F (16°C to 24°C)

Humidity: Humidity is controlled by mushroom bag

Pinning Stage:

Temperature: 53°F to 64°F (12°C to 18°C)

Humidity: >90%

Fruiting Stage:

Temperature: 45°F and 65°F (7°C to 18°C) for the best results​.

Humidity: 65–85%

Difficulty

Easy

Notes

Lentinula edodes, or shiitake mushroom, is a widely cultivated and popular edible mushroom with a meaty flavor. It is believed to have immune-boosting and anti-cancer effects due to its polysaccharides content. Shiitake mushrooms are grown on logs or sawdust substrates, harvested within 3-5 days, and are low in calories but high in protein and essential minerals like zinc and selenium.

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