Known as ‘Lion’s Mane’, the Latin name of the Hericium Erinaceus translates closer to the name ‘bearded hedgehog’.
Urban Farm It - Lion’s Mane Mushroom Grain Spawn helps you grow your own gourmet mushrooms at home. From specially selected substrate, fresh spawn delivery and in-depth guides, you’ll be an expert in fungiculture in no time!
Lion’s mane mushrooms are popular in Asian and gourmet cuisine but can be added to any dish for a healthy and works as a delicious meat substitute. They’re also loved for their medicinal properties, especially in China, such as protection against dementia and stomach ulcers, reduced risk of heart disease, and managing diabetes symptoms.
Known for its resemblance to a lion’s mane, these mushrooms are a great addition to any dish but are renowned for their sweet, rich, and slightly savoury flavour, which many compare to the taste of lobster or crab, with a meaty and stringy texture.
Nothing beats freshly grown mushrooms! growing your own lion’s mane is a fantastic way to try them out and to get the best quality product. They also thrive in humid conditions and you can expect flush after flush for as many as eight years.
To grow lion’s mane mushrooms, it’s essential to sterilise the substrate beforehand. We have plenty of resources on our website, and we guarantee fast and responsive customer service to help you get the most out of your grow.
