Latin Name: Grifola frondosa
 
Overview:
Maitake, often called “Hen of the Woods,” is a celebrated functional mushroom known for its large ruffled clusters.
 
Primary Benefits:
Maitake contains beta-glucans including the well-known D-fraction studied for immune and metabolic health.
 
Growth Style:
Maitake forms dense branching clusters made up of dozens of overlapping caps.
 
Harvest Appearance:
Large feathery brown clusters resembling layered leaves.
 
Grower Difficulty:
Moderate
 
Unique Trait:
Can form extremely large cluster formations.
 
Fun Fact:
Some wild Maitake mushrooms can grow large enough to weigh over 40 pounds.
 
Each strain is carefully handcrafted and selectively chosen during the cloning process to preserve strong genetics, consistency, and vitality. Every syringe contains 10ml of live liquid culture, prepared under sterile conditions for optimal performance.