Experience the unique flavor and health benefits of Chicken of the Woods mushrooms with our premium Chicken of the Woods Plug Spawn. Known for its vibrant colors and meaty texture, Chicken of the Woods (Laetiporus sulphureus) is a favorite among mushroom enthusiasts and chefs. Our plug spawn makes it easy to cultivate these extraordinary mushrooms on your own hardwood logs or stumps.
Key Features:
- Premium Quality Mycelium: Our Chicken of the Woods Plug Spawn is developed from carefully isolated and tested mycelium strains, ensuring vigorous and robust growth.
- Sterile and Contaminant-Free: Produced in a controlled laboratory environment, our plug spawn is guaranteed to be free from contaminants, providing a high success rate for your cultivation projects.
- Easy to Use: Each plug is ready for inoculation, making the cultivation process straightforward and efficient for both beginners and experienced growers.
- Versatile Growing Conditions: Suitable for inoculating hardwood logs and stumps, particularly oak, chestnut, and cherry, offering flexibility in your cultivation setup.
- Optimized for High Yield: Our plug spawn promotes rapid colonization and high yields, allowing you to enjoy bountiful harvests of Chicken of the Woods mushrooms.
Benefits of Chicken of the Woods Mushrooms:
- Nutritional Value: Chicken of the Woods mushrooms are rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals, making them a nutritious addition to your diet.
- Gourmet Flavor: Known for their meaty texture and mild flavor, often compared to chicken, these mushrooms are a culinary delight.
- Health Benefits: Chicken of the Woods is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, supporting overall health and wellness.
How to Use:
- Select Your Logs: Choose fresh, healthy hardwood logs or stumps, preferably from oak, chestnut, or cherry trees.
- Drill Holes: Drill holes approximately 1 inch deep and 5/16 inch in diameter, spaced about 6 inches apart on your log or stump.
- Insert Plug Spawn: Insert the Chicken of the Woods plug spawn into the drilled holes and tap in with a hammer until flush with the log surface.
- Seal the Holes: Seal the holes with cheese wax or beeswax to protect the spawn from contaminants and pests.
- Incubate: Place the inoculated logs in a shady, moist environment and keep them off the ground to prevent contamination.
- Monitor and Maintain: Regularly check the logs for signs of mycelium growth and keep the logs moist by misting or soaking periodically.
- Harvest: Once the Chicken of the Woods mushrooms begin to fruit, typically within 6-12 months, harvest them by cutting them off at the base.
Product Specifications:
- Contents: 100 count Chicken of the Woods Plug Spawn
- Strain: Laetiporus sulphureus (Chicken of the Woods)
- Shelf Life: Best used within a few weeks of purchase; store in a cool, dark place or refrigerate to extend shelf life
- Packaging: Each plug spawn is packaged in a sterile, sealed bag to ensure freshness and quality
Guarantee:
We are committed to providing the highest quality plug spawn. If you encounter any issues with contamination or performance, we offer a free replacement to ensure your satisfaction and success in mushroom cultivation.
Chicken of the Woods Plug Spawn (100ct)
Classification:
- Kingdom: Fungi
- Phylum: Basidiomycota
- Class: Agaricomycetes
- Order: Polyporales
- Family: Fomitopsidaceae
- Genus: Laetiporus
- Species: L. sulphureus
Other Names:
- Chicken of the Woods
- Sulphur Shelf
- Chicken Mushroom