Lion’s Mane, also known as Monkey’s Head or its Latin name, Hericium erinaceus, is best known for its unique appearance—resembling a mane of white, flowing tendrils, or mane of a lion—this fungi has not only captured the attention of foodies but also that of researchers and health enthusiasts.

There has been growing excitement around Lion’s Mane for its cognitive and medicinal benefits in the last few years. As more and more research emerges, demand for this mushroom in both supplement and fresh forms has soared, and it shows no signs of slowing down.

When it comes to versatility, Lion’s Mane has a lot to offer. You can cook it, dry it, extract its components, or even turn it into tea. While some consider it to be slightly more challenging to cultivate than oyster mushrooms, it’s a reliable choice for both beginner and experienced growers, offering steady, year-round indoor production. When cultivated under optimal conditions, these mushrooms provide robust first, second, and even third harvests—making them a superb option for commercial cultivation.

Originating from the hardwood forests of North America, Europe, and Asia, Lion’s Mane thrives on a substrate mix of 80% hardwood, 10% cereals, and 10% bran. If you’re considering indoor cultivation, it pairs well with a SacO2 T-Filter growing bag.

Features

Cultivation Information

Species – Hericium erinaceus

Inoculation Rate – Mix with ± 1-10% spawn

Recommended Substrate – Composition: 80% hardwood (mixed fine + coarse), 10% cereals, 10% bran

Incubation – Room temperature: 25 °C, Substrate temperature: 27 °C, Duration: Ca. 20 days

Primordia Induction – (Night time)* temperature: 18-24 °C, Relative humidity: 90-95%

Fruiting Conditions – Room temperature: 16-21 °C, Relative humidity: 85–95%, CO2-concentration: 500-1000 ppm, Light: Less than 500 lux

Flushes – Number: 2, Interval: ca. 2 weeks, Between flushes: (No data provided)

Average Yield – Approx. 150 g saleable mushrooms per kg fresh substrate

Flavour Profile

The Lion’s Mane mushroom offers a unique cooking experience, featuring a mildly sweet flavour and a tender texture that mimics shellfish like scallops, crab, or lobster. Highly versatile, these mushrooms can be seared and served as the centrepiece of a dish or used as a sumptuous ingredient in dishes like mock Crab Louie Salad. Lion’s Mane can also be prepared like a steak using a technique popularised by plant-based chef, Derek Sarno.

Delivery

We are able to ship to Northern Ireland, the Scottish Islands, the Scottish Highlands, the Isle of Wight, and the Channel Islands. However, these shipments are arranged on a case-by-case basis to ensure the best possible service.

If you are located in one of these areas, please contact us directly at hello@urban-farm-it.com to place your order.

Note: Please refer to the specific lead times shown on product pages for more accurate delivery times.

1. Small Orders (E.g. 100ml Spawn, Plugs): Sent via Royal Mail large letters.
2. Medium-Sized Orders (under 2kg): Royal Mail 24-48 hour tracked parcel.
3. Large Orders (2kg+): via DPD Express.