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You are purchasing Hericium coralloides grain dry mycelium.

This listing is for MYCELIUM ONLY — the vegetative growth stage of the fungus.

✔️ Not a fresh mushroom

✔️ Not a dried mushroom

✔️ Not a food or ready-to-eat product

The mycelium is intended for cultivation and biological growing purposes.

About Hericium coralloides Mycelium

Hericium coralloides, commonly known as the Coral Tooth Fungus, is a saprotrophic fungus in the family Hericiaceae. Its mycelium develops on decaying hardwoods, particularly oak (Quercus) and beech (Fagus), contributing to decomposition and nutrient cycling in forest ecosystems.

The mature mushroom (not included in this sale) is characterized by:

Branched, coral-like fruiting bodies with hanging spines

White to creamy coloration

Growth on decaying hardwood logs, stumps, and standing dead wood

Typically found in temperate deciduous forests

This product contains MYCELIUM ONLY, representing the initial developmental stage of the fungus.

Natural Growing Conditions

In nature, Hericium coralloides mycelium is found in:

Deciduous forests, especially on oak and beech

On decaying hardwood, logs, and stumps

Temperate climates with moderate moisture

Undisturbed forest floors with fallen wood

Fruiting naturally occurs from summer to autumn, depending on local environmental conditions.

Cultivation Context (Mycelium Use)

This mycelium is suitable for outdoor cultivation on hardwood substrates, under conditions similar to its natural habitat.

Typical environmental features include:

Decaying hardwood logs, stumps, or standing dead wood

Moist, nutrient-rich, aerated substrate

Shaded to semi-shaded forest floor locations

Minimal disturbance to the inoculated area

Care & Environmental Considerations

Maintain moderate substrate moisture

Avoid chemical fertilizers and fungicides

Preserve natural wood and soil structure

Minimize disturbance to the mycelial area

Storage Instructions

Store unused mycelium in a sealed container

Keep in a cool, dry place

Refrigeration is acceptable

Protect from freezing and direct sunlight

Summary

✔️ Hericium coralloides grain dry mycelium

✔️ Saprotrophic fungus on decaying hardwoods

✔️ Suitable for outdoor cultivation in deciduous forests

✔️ Product contains MYCELIUM ONLY