Saffron Milkcap Mushroom Lactarius deliciosus

Saffron Milkcap Mushroom

Lactarius deliciosus

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

Saffron Milkcap Mushroom Lactarius deliciosus Liquid Culture, iconic mycorrhizal mushroom for pine forest cultivation and gourmet foraging

Lactarius deliciosus, commonly known as the saffron milkcap mushroom or red pine mushroom, is one of the most well-known wild edible mushrooms in Europe and Asia. Revered for its vibrant orange cap, carrot-colored latex, and savory, nutty flavor, this species forms a symbiotic relationship with pine trees, making it a valuable choice for long-term forest cultivation and mycorrhizal restoration projects.

This high-quality liquid culture provides a clean and vigorous starting point for establishing Lactarius deliciosus mycelium in suitable environments. It is ideal for inoculating pine seedlings or root zones in forest gardens, silvopasture systems, and outdoor woodland beds. As a mycorrhizal species, it enhances tree health while producing edible mushrooms in the right conditions.

Key features:

• Species: Lactarius deliciosus, commonly called saffron milkcap mushroom or red pine mushroom

• Type: Liquid mushroom culture in sterile nutrient solution

• Ideal for: Pine tree root inoculation, forest gardens, silvopasture, woodland mushroom cultivation, ecological restoration

• Growth habit: Bright orange funnel-shaped caps with orange gills and orange latex when cut or broken

• Culinary value: Edible wild mushroom prized for its rich flavor and meaty texture

Why grow saffron milkcap mushrooms:

• High-value edible wild mushroom associated with pine trees

• Forms beneficial mycorrhizal relationships that support tree health and soil vitality

• Adds long-term diversity to agroforestry and food forest systems

• Cultivation supports rewilding and mycological restoration efforts

• Sought-after by chefs and gourmet mushroom enthusiasts worldwide

How to use:
Inoculate sterilized grain with saffron milkcap mushroom liquid culture. Use the colonized spawn to inoculate soil around pine seedlings or near the base of established pine trees. Best results are achieved in acidic, sandy, or well-drained soils. Fruiting may occur after one to three years, depending on environmental conditions and tree root development.

Lactarius deliciosus saffron milkcap mushroom liquid culture is ideal for growers, foragers, and land stewards interested in long-term mushroom cultivation and forest ecosystem enhancement. Whether you're building a pine woodland, diversifying your mushroom crops, or restoring native mycorrhizal fungi, this species brings beauty, flavor, and symbiotic value to your landscape.

*international orders will not include needle.

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