{"product_id":"mycelium-criniere-de-lion","title":"Lion's mane mushroom mycelium","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"8lfcel\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"113\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eMycelium of \u003cem data-start=\"14\" data-end=\"34\"\u003eHericium erinaceus\u003c\/em\u003e (Lion's mane) – mycelium for outdoor and indoor cultivation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"417\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"138\"\u003eHericium erinaceus\u003c\/em\u003e, also known as lion's mane, is a highly sought-after gourmet and medicinal mushroom for its unique texture and refined culinary uses. It forms white structures resembling \"puffs\" and is valued for both cooking and its nutritional properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"419\" data-end=\"624\"\u003eIts mycelium is an excellent growing base and can be used as \u003cstrong data-start=\"494\" data-end=\"573\"\u003eseed to inoculate outdoor substrates (hardwood, stumps, chips)\u003c\/strong\u003e or for controlled fruiting indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"798\"\u003eAt \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/les400piedsdechampignon.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLes 400 Pieds de Champignon\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, our lion's mane blocks are designed for simple and effective use in home cultivation or natural propagation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"803\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"vbbxkn\" data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"851\"\u003eOutdoor propagation (recommended method)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"1090\"\u003eThe mycelium of \u003cem data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"888\"\u003eHericium erinaceus\u003c\/em\u003e can be used as seed to inoculate hardwood balls or wooded areas. This method allows for a slow but sustainable installation, with potential harvests over several years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"r1af39\" data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1131\"\u003eUse as outdoor seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1kez3do\" data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003eRecommended materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1307\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hmpozu\" data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003eHardwood balls or logs (maple, beech, birch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jd531g\" data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003eUntreated wood chips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qd3zzb\" data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003eShady and humid area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11oue98\" data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1307\"\u003eLion's mane mycelium block\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"tgng5b\" data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003eSteps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"16yqlmr\" data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003ePrepare the site\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003eChoose a very shady, cool, and humid spot, ideally near a wooded area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1pgbofj\" data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003ePrepare the substrate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003eUse fresh logs or slightly damp hardwood chips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ge6x2c\" data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1568\"\u003eInoculation (seed)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003eBreak the mycelium block into small pieces and insert it between the logs or mix it with the chips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1emu5a3\" data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003eCover and protect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003eLightly cover with chips or mulch to maintain humidity and protect the mycelium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1yzh3gt\" data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1828\"\u003e5) Keep moist\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1907\"\u003eWater as needed to keep a constant humidity without saturating the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"fd2952\" data-start=\"1909\" data-end=\"1921\"\u003eResults\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1922\" data-end=\"2070\"\u003eThe mycelium slowly colonizes the wood and can produce mushrooms after several months, sometimes seasonally for several years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2072\" data-end=\"2075\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1dbchmp\" data-start=\"2077\" data-end=\"2123\"\u003eIndoor culture in direct fruiting\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ajc5tg\" data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2167\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2128\" data-end=\"2148\"\u003eHericium erinaceus\u003c\/em\u003e (Lion's mane)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2169\" data-end=\"2379\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1g0jgpw\" data-start=\"2169\" data-end=\"2194\"\u003eDifficulty: Beginner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1st68yu\" data-start=\"2195\" data-end=\"2232\"\u003eThermal shock: 24 hours at 4 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2tld0r\" data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2279\"\u003eFruiting temperature: 17 to 21 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xb5d8f\" data-start=\"2280\" data-end=\"2322\"\u003ePrimordia formation: 7 to 14 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qe0kdq\" data-start=\"2323\" data-end=\"2361\"\u003eTime before harvest: 5 to 10 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qsmnyv\" data-start=\"2362\" data-end=\"2379\"\u003eHumidity: 90%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2381\" data-end=\"2384\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"zqcesu\" data-start=\"2386\" data-end=\"2417\"\u003eFruiting guidelines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1pznyig\" data-start=\"2419\" data-end=\"2445\"\u003e1) Block preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2613\"\u003eWhen the mycelium is fully colonized and ready to fruit, place the block in the refrigerator for 24 hours at 4 °C to stimulate mushroom production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2615\" data-end=\"2783\"\u003eUsing a clean, sharp knife, cut a slit about 3 cm on the side of the bag. Then fold the bag to eliminate the trapped air behind the block.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2785\" data-end=\"2788\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1h6irfy\" data-start=\"2790\" data-end=\"2817\"\u003e2) Maintain humidity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2818\" data-end=\"2970\"\u003eMist the exposed surface 2 to 3 times a day to maintain high humidity until the primordia (small white formations) appear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2972\" data-end=\"2975\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1hmv7f1\" data-start=\"2977\" data-end=\"3008\"\u003e3) Development and harvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3009\" data-end=\"3108\"\u003eWhen the small mushrooms start to form, they will be ready to harvest in 5 to 10 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3110\" data-end=\"3225\"\u003eMaintain stable humidity throughout growth to achieve a nice dense and well-white formation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3227\" data-end=\"3314\"\u003eHarvest when the \"teeth\" start to elongate but before they turn yellow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3316\" data-end=\"3319\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"cf3p5h\" data-start=\"3321\" data-end=\"3340\"\u003eImportant notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3342\" data-end=\"3670\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6h5lp3\" data-start=\"3342\" data-end=\"3383\"\u003eA block can produce 3 to 4 harvests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1h4d0xv\" data-start=\"3384\" data-end=\"3450\"\u003eAlways water the same incision after the first opening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dvrrq\" data-start=\"3451\" data-end=\"3525\"\u003eSubsequent harvests are generally smaller than the first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1350lxn\" data-start=\"3526\" data-end=\"3598\"\u003eHarvest by cutting or gently detaching the mass at the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1c2kur1\" data-start=\"3599\" data-end=\"3670\"\u003eMaintain good air circulation to avoid deformation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3672\" data-end=\"3675\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3677\" data-end=\"3759\"\u003eYou can also check out our videos and tips on our social media:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3760\" data-end=\"3841\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17wgcs5\" data-start=\"3760\" data-end=\"3801\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFacebook The 400 Mushroom Feet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wlg39x\" data-start=\"3802\" data-end=\"3841\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInstagram The 400 Mushroom Feet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"les400piedsdechampignon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36315331854485,"sku":"MB2011156","price":25.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0462\/5258\/9205\/products\/culture-de-champignons-criniere-de-lion.jpg?v=1662136256","url":"https:\/\/les400piedsdechampignon.com\/en\/products\/lion-s-mane-mycelium","provider":"Les 400 Pieds de Champignon","version":"1.0","type":"link"}