Chestnut Mushroom Grow Stick

The Chestnut Mushroom is a close cousin of the slimy capped Nameko Mushroom (Pholiota microspora). It’s a wonderful clustering, wood-loving mushroom. These beautiful shaggy-capped mushrooms have dark orange gills. They are a saprophytic and weak parasitic species that grow on living and dead stems of European beech trees in their natural range.

As they prefer cooler temperatures, they take a little longer to mature once they have started pinning. Expect to harvest 7 to 10 days after primordia (pins) have formed.

With their nutty flavour and firm texture, they are a unique and satisfying addition to any dish.

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Fruiting Instructions: Refer to our Knowledge Portal for detailed instructions on how best to fruit this species.

Fruiting months: All year round

Pinning Temp: 12°C – 18°C

Pinning Humidity: 95% – 100%

Fruiting Temp:  12°C – 25°C

Fruiting Humidity: 85% – 90%

Cultivation Difficulty: Medium