Latin Name: Lentinula edodes
 
Overview
Shiitake is one of the most widely cultivated mushrooms in the world and is beloved for both culinary and functional uses.
 
Primary Benefits
Shiitake contains lentinan and other polysaccharides that have been studied for immune and cardiovascular health.
 
Growth Style
Shiitake mushrooms grow as sturdy caps that appear in repeating waves known as flushes.
 
Harvest Appearance
Rich brown caps with thick stems and cream-colored gills.
 
Grower Difficulty
Beginner Friendly
 
Unique Trait
Often produces multiple harvests from a single substrate.
 
Fun Fact
Shiitake cultivation dates back over 1,000 years in Asia.
 
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.