Corn Smut Fungus Ustilago maydis

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Corn Smut Fungus

Ustilago maydis

10 cc/ml liquid fungi mycology culture syringe with a sterile needle.

Corn Smut Mushroom Liquid Culture, Ustilago maydis, Huitlacoche Growing Culture

Huitlacoche, also known as Corn Smut Mushroom or Ustilago maydis, with this high-quality liquid mushroom culture. Widely regarded as a delicacy in Mexican cuisine, huitlacoche transforms infected corn kernels into a smoky, earthy, truffle-like gourmet ingredient. Now you can grow your own corn smut using this laboratory-prepared, nutrient-rich liquid culture.

Key Features:

• Species: Ustilago maydis (Corn Smut, Huitlacoche)
• Type: Sterile liquid culture for mushroom cultivation
• Ideal for: Inoculating young corn plants or corn ears during early development
• Best growing conditions: Warm, humid climates with actively growing sweet corn varieties
• Culinary use: Used in tacos, tamales, quesadillas, soups, and high-end gourmet dishes

Why Grow Corn Smut Mushrooms?

• Considered a gourmet mushroom with rich umami flavor and soft, velvety texture
• Known as the “Mexican truffle,” prized for its unique flavor profile and nutritional benefits
• Can be cultivated in gardens, farms, or raised beds alongside your regular corn crop
• High demand from chefs, foragers, and specialty food markets

How to Use:

Inject this liquid culture into developing corn stalks or ears using a sterile syringe. Maintain adequate moisture and warmth. Within weeks, grayish blue galls will form, ready for harvest once fully developed. For best results, use sweet corn varieties and inoculate when the ears are young and actively growing.

Whether you are a culinary enthusiast, a specialty mushroom farmer, or an experimental gardener, this Corn Smut Mushroom Liquid Culture provides an exciting and profitable way to grow one of the most unique edible fungi in the world.

*international orders will not include needle.

*instructions are not included, please thoroughly research growing conditions and techniques.