With its distinctive appearance and robust flavor, the Tiger Sawgill mushroom (Lentinus tigrinus) is a unique species sought after by culinary enthusiasts. This mushroom features a cap that ranges from creamy white to light brown, adorned with darker brown, tiger-like stripes, giving it its name. The cap is typically broad and slightly convex, with a fibrous texture that becomes tougher as the mushroom ages.
Native to subtropical and temperate forests, the Tiger Sawgill grows predominantly on decaying wood, particularly favoring hardwoods. It is known for its resilience and ability to appear year after year on the same fallen logs or stumps.
Young Tiger Sawgill mushrooms are preferred in the kitchen due to their softer, palatable texture. They can be sautéed, grilled, or added to soups and stews, contributing a mild, earthy flavor with a hint of nuttiness. This mushroom is a delight for its taste and offers a good source of protein, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals, making it a nutritious choice for any meal.
Whether you’re a forager, a gourmet chef, or a mushroom enthusiast, the Tiger Sawgill offers a visually appealing and tasty addition to various dishes.
Our Tiger Sawgill Liquid Culture Syringe contains a pure, carefully isolated sample of mycelium nurtured and expanded in our sterile laboratory. This 10 mL/cc syringe is ideal for inoculating substrates with precision and ensuring rapid colonization. Each syringe is guaranteed to be contaminant-free, ensuring a high success rate for your cultivation projects. We offer a free replacement if needed.
Tiger Sawgill Liquid Culture Syringe
Classification:
- Kingdom: Fungi
- Phylum: Basidiomycota
- Class: Agaricomycetes
- Order: Polyporales
- Family: Polyporaceae
- Genus: Lentinus
- Species: L. tigrinus
Other Names:
- Tiger Sawgill
- Tiger Sawgilled Polypore
