Shiitake 5000 Mushroom Lentinula edodes

Shiitake 3790 Mushroom

Lentinula edodes

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

Shiitake 5000 Mushroom Lentinula edodes Liquid Culture, high-yield shiitake strain for hardwood logs sawdust blocks and gourmet mushroom cultivation

Shiitake 5000 is a robust and productive strain of Lentinula edodes, developed for consistent yields and attractive cap quality. Known for its thick, dark brown caps and rich umami flavor, Shiitake 5000 is ideal for indoor sawdust cultivation or traditional outdoor log growing. It is a favorite among commercial growers and home cultivators alike for its vigorous colonization, reliable flushes, and strong shelf life.

This premium liquid culture contains a clean and aggressive strain of Shiitake 5000, perfect for inoculating sterilized grain spawn. Once colonized, the grain can be transferred to hardwood sawdust blocks or used to produce plug spawn for log cultivation.

Key features:

• Species: Lentinula edodes, Shiitake 5000 strain

• Type: Liquid mushroom culture in sterile nutrient solution

• Ideal for: Hardwood sawdust blocks, oak and maple logs, indoor grow kits, outdoor log beds

• Growth habit: Thick meaty caps with a rich brown color and white gills, multiple flushes per cycle

• Culinary value: Edible gourmet mushroom with savory flavor and dense texture, perfect for soups, grilling, stir-fries, and drying

Why grow Shiitake 5000 mushrooms:

• High-performance shiitake strain with excellent yields

• Great for both indoor commercial production and outdoor logs

• Fast colonizer with consistent fruiting and strong cap structure

• Popular in gourmet kitchens and farmer’s markets

• Excellent choice for plug spawn production and year-round harvesting

How to use:
Inoculate sterilized grain with Shiitake 5000 Lentinula edodes liquid culture. Once colonized, transfer to pasteurized hardwood sawdust or plug spawn for log use. Maintain humidity between 85 and 95 percent. Fruiting begins after a resting and soaking period and continues in flushes.

Lentinula edodes Shiitake 5000 liquid culture is perfect for growers looking for a reliable and flavorful strain with proven results. Ideal for fresh market sales or home culinary use.

*international orders will not include needle.

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