Maitake, also known as Hen of the Woods (Grifola frondosa), is a highly prized gourmet mushroom valued for its rich, earthy flavour and clustered, frond-like growth.
This liquid culture is ideal for growers seeking reliable Maitake production on hardwood-based substrates, whether at home or in a small commercial setup.
Recommended substrate: Supplemented hardwood sawdust
Colonisation temperature: 20°C – 22°C
Pinning temperature: 15°C – 18°C
Pinning humidity: Around 95%
Fruiting temperature: 15°C – 18°C
Fruiting humidity: 80% – 90%
10 ml liquid culture syringe containing active Maitake (Hen of the Woods) mycelium
Sterile alcohol wipe
18G sterile needle for easy injection into your chosen substrate or mushroom grow kit
All items sealed together in a secure zip-lock bag for clean, safe handling
Maitake liquid culture is a nutrient-rich, sterilised broth made from distilled water blended with light malt extract, dextrose, and honey to feed and expand the mycelium.
The actively growing mycelium acts like a mushroom “seed,” allowing you to inoculate grain spawn, hardwood sawdust blocks, or ready-made grow kits for fast colonisation and dependable yields.
For best results, use your Maitake liquid culture as soon as possible to ensure maximum freshness, vigour, and strong growth.
If immediate use is not possible, store the syringe in the refrigerator for up to 3 months; each batch is prepared fresh to order in a controlled lab environment under a flow hood and is routinely tested on agar and grain to guarantee clean, high-quality cultures and professional packaging.
Maitake, also known as Hen of the Woods (Grifola frondosa), is a highly prized gourmet mushroom valued for its rich, earthy flavour and clustered, frond-like growth.
This liquid culture is ideal for growers seeking reliable Maitake production on hardwood-based substrates, whether at home or in a small commercial setup.
Recommended substrate: Supplemented hardwood sawdust
Colonisation temperature: 20°C – 22°C
Pinning temperature: 15°C – 18°C
Pinning humidity: Around 95%
Fruiting temperature: 15°C – 18°C
Fruiting humidity: 80% – 90%
10 ml liquid culture syringe containing active Maitake (Hen of the Woods) mycelium
Sterile alcohol wipe
18G sterile needle for easy injection into your chosen substrate or mushroom grow kit
All items sealed together in a secure zip-lock bag for clean, safe handling
Maitake liquid culture is a nutrient-rich, sterilised broth made from distilled water blended with light malt extract, dextrose, and honey to feed and expand the mycelium.
The actively growing mycelium acts like a mushroom “seed,” allowing you to inoculate grain spawn, hardwood sawdust blocks, or ready-made grow kits for fast colonisation and dependable yields.
For best results, use your Maitake liquid culture as soon as possible to ensure maximum freshness, vigour, and strong growth.
If immediate use is not possible, store the syringe in the refrigerator for up to 3 months; each batch is prepared fresh to order in a controlled lab environment under a flow hood and is routinely tested on agar and grain to guarantee clean, high-quality cultures and professional packaging.
